KITSAP — The Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management is advising residents whose homes or businesses were damaged by the recent storm to file a report.

Gov. Jay Inslee declared a State of Emergency for all Washington counties who experienced wind, extreme rainfall and flood damage from the severe storm conditions that started on Nov. 14.

The number to call is 360-307-5873. Hours of operation began on Tuesday, Nov. 24 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. After hours, leave a voice message with contact information.

To qualify for a low interest Small Business Administration loan assistance, there needs to be at least 25 primary residences who have uninsured losses of 40 percent or more of the estimated fair replacement value.

In addition to reporting damages, the insurance agent for the property should also be contacted to check coverage. Have the following information on hand:

• Name and address of the affected property.

• A description of damage, even if it insured.

• A personal estimate of losses that will be uninsured.

• An estimate of the fair market value of the damaged home or business.

• Keep records of all clean-up and repair costs and, if possible, document with photographs.

Those who need assistance with housing, food and other basics may notify the American Red Cross chapter at 360-377-3761.

Small business owners should consider physical and economic damages. The State of Washington must certify that at least five small businesses in a disaster area have suffered substantial economic injury and need financial assistance not otherwise available to qualify.

For more information, call KCDEM at 360-307-5871.