State staff are preparing to do more to remove fallen trees and clean up debris caused by Hurricane Fiona.
“Most of us have insurance, but we understand that some people don’t have the resources to deal with the damage caused by trees that have fallen in storms,” says Addiction and Psychiatry. Health Minister and Cape Breton East MLA Brian Comer said. , on behalf of Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources and Renewable Energy. “State staff are already doing tremendous work to pave the way to restore power, including helping to cut trees on private property, and are redeploying them to help those most in need. I am deeply grateful to my colleagues, including fellow Cape Breton MLA John White, for helping me put together plans for more support.”
Storm-damaged homeowners and tenants should first contact their insurance company for coverage. Those who do not have insurance or do not have sufficient insurance to cover their expenses can apply for assistance through the Disaster Financial Assistance Program. There are also programs for small businesses and nonprofits.
The department will work with municipalities that have had state of emergency applied after the storm. Local governments can help determine which residents are underserved through insurance and programs to address the situation within a reasonable time frame. Anyone needing this assistance should call the municipality to be considered.
More than 50 staff will be deployed from next week, if needed. They work on the ground to remove fallen trees and debris, but they also deal with certain situations, such as trees that have fallen on houses and buildings, or that are in contact with meter masts or other parts of the distribution system. I don’t have the equipment or expertise to do so. Governments continue to explore options for providing this type of assistance.
A quick fact:
- The department coordinated more than 200 staff in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Quebec to clear trees and debris for three weeks to restore power, with a focus on Cape Breton and eastern Nova Scotia. .Removed trees that were blocking people from entering and exiting homes where possible
- If you are unsure whether your insurance covers hurricane damage, you should contact your insurance broker or company or the Canadian Insurance Authority at 1-844-227-5422.
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