As with any disaster aftermath, volunteers and donations are needed in Belcourt and Rolla, N.D.
- To help clean up: Call Rolla City Hall at (701) 477-3610 or Belcourt's emergency management office at (701) 477-2674 or (701) 477-2693.
- To donate money: Call the Mid-Dakota Red Cross in Minot at (800) 323-3179.
Tornado victims: Care for yourself
Those stricken by the tornado should keep a few things in mind, authorities said.
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- Insurance coverage: Homeowners need to take steps to prevent further damage. They should document losses with photos and receipts.
- Report damage: The more that's reported, the more aid the area can be eligible for. In Belcourt, call the emergency management office at the numbers above. In Rolla, call the Rolette County assessor's office at (701) 477-5666.
- Take care with cleanup: Be sure your last tetanus shot was no more than 10 years ago. Vaccination updates are available at the public health office.
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