2020 Tropical Storm Isaias

If you experienced a power outage that lasted for more than 48 consecutive hours due to the storm event starting August 4, 2020 you may be eligible for reimbursement from Orange & Rockland:

For actual losses of food spoiled due to lack of refrigeration up to a maximum of $540.

• Food spoilage up to $235 must include an itemized list.
• Food spoilage over $235 must include an itemized list and proof of loss.

In addition, you may file a reimbursement request for actual losses of prescription medicine spoiled due to lack of refrigeration.

• You must include an itemized list and proof of loss for prescription medicine.
• Must request authorization to enable Orange & Rockland to verify the loss of prescription medicine.
• Reimbursement for prescription medicine is not included in the $540 maximum for food spoilage.

Reimbursement is limited to spoiled food and medicine ONLY. Requests must be filed on or before September 8, 2020. Business owners ARE eligible for food spoilage reimbursements up to $10,700 with receipts. Both forms are available here:

O & R Claim Forms

Residential Reimbursement Form (PDF)

Commercial Reimbursement Form (PDF)

You can contact us at (845) 358-0548, or visit www.Nyack-NY.gov.