Erie County residents who lost food purchased with SNAP benefits during last week’s severe storm may be eligible for replacement SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, according to local and state officials.
The assistance is available to SNAP recipients whose food was spoiled or destroyed as a result of power outages, flooding, or other storm-related damage. Eligible households must act quickly, as requests for replacement benefits must be submitted within 10 days of the disaster, making September 13, the filing deadline.
Residents seeking replacement benefits should follow these steps:
Report the food loss by contacting:
Complete a Replacement Affidavit detailing the amount of food lost due to the storm.
Submit the affidavit through:
Replacement affidavit forms are available through the Erie County Assistance Office or online here.
SNAP recipients may qualify for replacement benefits if food purchased with EBT benefits was lost because of:
Officials encourage affected residents to document their losses as accurately as possible when completing the affidavit.
County officials are asking residents to share this information with neighbors, friends, and family members who may have been impacted by the storm but are unaware that replacement benefits are available.
For the latest cleanup updates, recovery information, and community resources, residents can check online here.
Residents who believe they qualify should apply as soon as possible. The deadline to request replacement SNAP benefits is September 13, 2026, and requests submitted after that date may not be eligible for consideration.
For more information about SNAP benefits and disaster assistance, contact the Erie County Assistance Office or visit the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services website.