Post Storm Information & Resources

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Post Storm FAQ

  1. Squirrel Hill Food Pantry – Emergency kosher food
    • 828 Hazelwood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
    • Hours:
      • Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9 AM-12:15 PM
      • Tuesday & Thursday: 9AM-12:15 PM, 1:30-2:45 PM
  2. Jewish Assitance Fund – Grants for urgent/pressing/emergency expenses
  3. Our Giving Kitchen – Free kosher food offered at a discreet storefront
    • 412-867-9266
    • 2118 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
  4. Mollie’s Meals – Provide kosher meals on wheels to homebound seniors
    • 412-421-7616
  5. J Café at AgeWell at the JCC – In person, kosher lunch for residents of Allegheny County age 60 and above
    • 412-567-1715
    • 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
    • Hours: Monday – Friday 11 AM – 1 PM (Must call the day in advance for a reservation)
  6. Squirrel Hill Health Center - Low cost or free physical, dental and behavior health services
    • 412-422-7442
    • 4516 Browns Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
    • By appointment only
  7. Behavioral Health Supports
    • JFCS – Support for individuals and families
      • 412-422-7200
    • UpStreet – Free mental health services for anyone from ages 12-22
      • 412-738-5615
      • 5844 Forward Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
    • The Beacon- Vibrant community space with a focus on uplifting and supporting the well-being and mental health of teens in high school
      • 412-224-4440
      • 1922 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
  8. JCC Squirrel Hill is available as a charging station. There are tables and chairs set up in Palm Court for people to charge devices and work on laptops.
    • 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

· Hours:

i. Monday – Thursday: 6 am – 9:30 pm

ii. Friday: 6 am – 6 pm

iii. Saturday and Sunday: 8 am – 5 pm

If your power is currently out, do not call 911. Instead, report outages directly to your provider:

  • Duquesne Light – Call 1-888-393-7000
  • FirstEnergy / Penn Power – Call 1-888-544-4877

Crews from as far as Indiana and Philadelphia are in town helping — and while restoration might seem slow, help is on the way.

The Salvation Army of Western PA has boots on the ground in Munhall, Braddock and East Pittsburgh, already serving:

  • Over 600 bottles of water
  • 375 snacks, 100 hot meals
  • 25 cleanup kits and 15 hygiene kits

If you or someone you know needs support, call the Salvation Army Helpline: 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769).

The City of Pittsburgh has expanded the hours of operation at many Health and Active Living locations, with many staying open until 10 PM. Find a list of centers below:

  • Brighton Heights HAL Senior Center 1555 Broadway Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15216
  • Greenfield HAL Senior Center 745 Greenfield Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217
  • Hazelwood HAL Senior Center 5344 Second Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15207
  • Homewood HAL Senior Center 7321 Frankstown Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208
  • Lawrenceville HAL Senior Center 4600 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201
  • Sheraden HAL Senior Center 720 Sherwood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15204
  • South Side HAL Senior Center 12th & Bingham Sts., Pittsburgh, PA 15203
  • West End HAL Senior Center 80 Wabash St., Pittsburgh, PA 15220
  • Brookline Rec Center (9 AM. - 8 PM) 1400 Oakridge Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15226
  • Ammon Rec Center (9 AM - 9 PM) 2217 Bedford Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219
  • Jefferson Rec Center (9 AM - 8 PM) 605 Redknap St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212
  • Magee Rec Center (10 AM. to 8 PM) 745 Greenfield Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217
  • West Penn Rec Center (9 AM - 8 PM) 450 30th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
  • Warrington Rec Center (9 AM - 7 PM) 329 E. Warrington Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15210
  • Paulson Rec Center (10 AM to 7 PM) 1201 Paulson Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206
  • Ormsby Rec Center (12 PM - 8 PM) 79 South 22nd Street., Pittsburgh, PA 15203

These community centers and businesses outside of Pittsburgh have opened their doors to help our neighbors stay connected and safe:

  • Dormont Public Library 2950 West Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216
  • Rivers Edge Volunteer Fire Department – 1100 Braddock Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104
  • Plum Borough Municipal Building 2000 Mike Thomas Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15239
  • Sharpsburg Borough Building 1611 Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
  • Verona Municipal Building 736 East Railroad Avenue, Verona, PA 15147
  • Forest Hills Borough Building 4400 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
  • Boiling Springs Presbyterian Church – 1668 PA-56, Spring Church, PA 15686
  • South Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department – 100 Fire Hall Road, Freeport, PA 16229
  • University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center –622 North Homewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
  • Fresh Nutrition – 28 Federal Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

If you lost food during the outage and paid with SNAP, you can apply for replacement SNAP benefits — but you must act within 10 days of the disaster.

  • Fill out the SNAP Replacement Form
  • Call your local County Assistance Office or the Statewide Customer Service Center at 1-877-395-8930

Here’s what you can do to keep yourself, your family, and your neighbors safe:

During the Outage

  • Stay informed. Keep up with local weather reports and emergency alerts via phone, radio, or TV. If possible, sign up for local emergency notification systems to get texts or calls with important updates.
  • Reach out to your support network. Check on loved ones and let them know you’re okay. Don’t hesitate to ask for help or offer it if you’re able.
  • Keep food cold — and when in doubt, throw it out.
  • Try not to open the fridge or freezer. An unopened fridge will keep food cold for about 4 hours. A full freezer can hold temperature for up to 48 hours (24 hours if only half full).
  • Use coolers with ice if needed, and use a thermometer to check food. If it’s been above 40°F, it’s safest to toss it.
  • Unplug and power down.
  • To prevent surges when power returns, unplug electronics and appliances.
  • Use flashlights instead of candles to reduce fire risk.
  • Only turn off your utilities if you suspect damage or are told to by officials — and only a professional should turn your gas line back on.
  • Be careful with heat and power sources.
  • Never use an outdoor grill indoors for cooking.
  • If using a generator, place it outside, away from windows, in a well-ventilated area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • If your home becomes too hot or unsafe — or if you rely on medical equipment that needs electricity — seek out cooling centers and public charging stations.

After the Power Comes Back

  • Stay clear of power lines. If you see downed lines, stay at least 35 feet away.
  • Watch for water damage. Don’t enter flooded areas or use electronics that were submerged. Have an electrician inspect your system if needed.
  • Toss unsafe food. If food has been above 40°F — especially meat or dairy — don’t risk it. Also check with your provider about any medications that were refrigerated.
  • Keep generators and grills outdoors. Even after the lights come back on, carbon monoxide risks remain. Keep any gas-powered equipment at least 20 feet from your home and windows.

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