Montgomery County Residents Asked to Report Storm Damage

Dayton, OH, September 25, 2026 —

Montgomery County residents who experienced property damage as a result of storms on September 21-22 are being asked to report the incidents to the Emergency Management Agency. This initiative aims to compile a comprehensive record of the storm’s impact across the county.

The Emergency Management Agency emphasized that the data gathered from these reports is crucial. It will be used to meticulously document the full scope of the damage, which is a necessary step in the process of evaluating the county’s potential eligibility for state resources. The specific types of damage to be reported were not detailed, nor were the exact methods for submission beyond reporting to the agency.

Currently, information regarding the contractor or agency responsible for collecting these reports has not been publicly provided. Similarly, details concerning the specific state resources for which Montgomery County might become eligible, or the criteria that determine such eligibility, are pending further documentation. The timeline for when these reports need to be submitted by residents was also not immediately available.

Officials are encouraging all residents who sustained damage, regardless of its perceived severity, to participate. This collective effort is intended to provide a clear and complete picture of the storm’s effects on the community. The agency has not specified whether any inspections have been conducted or if any code violations have been identified in relation to the storm damage. No information regarding potential fines or penalties associated with the storm or its aftermath has been released.

The process of assessing disaster impact often involves detailed surveys and reports to state and federal agencies. By providing this initial data, Montgomery County residents can assist in the preparedness and response efforts, potentially expediting aid if the damage thresholds for state assistance are met. The specific criteria for state resource eligibility, such as minimum damage amounts or a certain percentage of properties affected, remain to be detailed by the relevant authorities.

Residents seeking to report damage are advised to contact the Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency directly. Further details on the reporting process and the types of information required are expected to be released by the agency. The agency has stated that the collected information will serve as a foundational document for future assessments and potential aid applications.

Story summarized from the original created by Noelle Horn, WHIO.com on www.whio.com, see more information here.

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