Warwick residents affected by significant flooding this past summer may be able to recover some of the costs under the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO) program.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced its approval of the township's application Tuesday afternoon. Funding under DRAO is separate from the municipal funding announced in mid-November.
The extreme rainfall event in August has been referred to by the municipality as a "one in a 100-year storm."
"Environment Canada reported that nearly 180 [millimetres] of rain fell between Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie during that event," read a media release from the Township of Warwick. "The DRAO program helps with emergency expenses and the cost to repair or replace essential property not covered by insurance following a natural disaster."
The ministry is expected to host information sessions to provide more clarity about the program. Dates have not been announced but the township said public notices for the information sessions will be issued once more information is received.
In the meantime, further details about eligibility can be found on the ministry's website. Impacted residents can also call 1-877-822-0116.
The deadline to apply for funding is March 27, 2024.