- St. Lucie County is asking flood-affected residents, businesses, and farm owners to report damage
- The online survey runs through Friday, Nov. 20
- It covers Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and unincorporated areas
St. Lucie County is asking residents, businesses, and agricultural property owners hit by recent flooding to report their damage through an online survey. County officials say the responses will help them document how far the flooding reached across St. Lucie County.
Property owners and tenants can respond from anywhere in the county, including Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and the unincorporated areas. The survey closes Friday, Nov. 20.
What the Survey Asks and Who Sees the Results
Respondents give the property’s location and building type, then answer basic questions about flooding and damage. The form also asks about private wells used for household water and about septic systems, two concerns when water has covered a property.
The county says it will share the results with local, state and federal partners. Officials plan to use the data to gauge the extent of the flooding and to guide recovery efforts.
The survey is not an application for aid. County officials stressed that filling it out does not guarantee any funding will become available.
Rules for Filing a Report
Anyone with more than one affected structure should file a separate survey for each. The county wants reports on damage to buildings and their connected systems. It is not collecting reports of flooding that was limited to yards or surrounding property.
Officials also asked residents to report only what they have already seen. They warned people not to enter unsafe buildings, wade through floodwater or touch electrical equipment to check for damage.
The heavy rain earlier this week flooded roads in Port St. Lucie. On Nov. 2, Port St. Lucie Police Department urged drivers to avoid parts of St. Lucie West because of significant water accumulation. WPTV’s related coverage also notes that Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for seven Florida counties, including Treasure Coast counties. It also notes that the city of Port St. Lucie is offering homeowners up to $25,000 for flood repairs.
How to Get Help With the Form
Residents who need help completing the survey can contact the St. Lucie County Community Services Department at 772-462-1777 or comm_info@stlucieco.gov. The online form is available through the county’s flood impact survey page until the Nov. 20 deadline.
