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Hurricane Isaias Recovery Resources for New Orleans

Free, plain-language guides for New Orleans residents dealing with storm damage. No sign-ups. No sales calls.

What Happened

Hurricane Isaias came ashore near Destin, Florida on the evening of October 9, 2026. It was a Category 2 storm with 105 mph winds, per the National Hurricane Center. A storm surge warning ran from the mouth of the Mississippi River to Florida. That put the Louisiana coast in the impact zone. (Sources: Reuters, National Hurricane Center.)

Start Here: Your Recovery Checklist

If your home took damage, take these steps in order. Each guide is written in plain language.

  1. Safety first. Read what to do in the first 72 hours after storm damage before you touch anything.
  2. Take photos. Follow the photo and video checklist before cleanup starts.
  3. Call your insurer. Start your claim with the Louisiana step-by-step claim guide.
  4. Check FEMA. See how FEMA disaster assistance works and how to apply.
  5. Hire with care. Read how to avoid contractor scams before you sign anything.

Emergency Numbers at a Glance

More numbers are on the emergency numbers page.

Repair Guides

These guides explain each type of repair and what to ask before you hire:

What This Site Is

This is a free public resource hub. We are not a contractor. We are not part of FEMA or any government agency. We do not sell leads. There are no forms here, and nobody will call you. Read more about this site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this site run by FEMA or the government?

No. This is an independent, free resource hub. It is not run by FEMA, the City of New Orleans, or any government agency. It is not a contractor. Links to official sources like fema.gov, nola.gov, and jeffparish.gov are provided so you can verify everything yourself.

Will anyone call me if I use this site?

No. There are no contact forms and no lead capture on this site. Nobody collects your information here. If you need help, call the public numbers listed — FEMA, your insurer, or your parish emergency office.

Where do I start if my house was just damaged?

Start with safety, then photos, then your insurance claim. Read the first-72-hours guide, photograph everything before cleanup, and call your insurer the same day. The checklist on this page walks through the order step by step.