DeSoto County residents urged to report winter storm damage to MEMA
HERNANDO, Miss. — DeSoto County officials are asking residents and business owners to document property damage following the recent winter storm. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is currently collecting data to assess the full impact of the weather event across the state.
Reporting Criteria
It is important to note that MEMA’s reporting criteria are specific to primary structures. Damage documentation should focus on:
- Residential structures (Homes, apartments, condos)
- Commercial businesses
According to agency guidelines, outbuildings such as barns, shops, and sheds are not included in the reporting criteria and should not be submitted through this specific survey.
How to File a Report
If you live in DeSoto County and your property sustained damage meeting the criteria, please complete the MEMA Self Report Crisis Track Survey at the link below:
Submit DeSoto County Damage Report Here
To ensure data accuracy, officials request that residents submit only one survey per impacted address.
Important Disclaimers
Reporting damages to Emergency Management is a voluntary activity. Residents should be aware of the following:
- This survey is not a substitute for filing a claim with your insurance agency.
- Submitting a report does not guarantee federal or state disaster relief assistance.
- Data collected is used primarily for damage assessment and to determine if the area qualifies for various types of disaster aid.
Residents Outside DeSoto County
If you sustained property damage but reside outside of DeSoto County, you can report your information by selecting your specific county on the statewide portal:
Mississippi Statewide Damage Reporting Tool
