No Power/No Water - Hurricane Irma

[Greg Martin]

Hey everyone,

I have 3 units right in the middle of where Irma went through.  Most things were fine, except a giant oak tree fell over.  When it fell, it took out the power lines and broke the water line below it.  The utility company said that they will take care of tree removal and fixing utilities, but they don't know when.  Currently 2/3 of FL is without power from what I last heard, so they are saying it could be days or weeks.

Tenants are currently staying with family.  What is my responsibility, if any, in this, or how should I proceed.  So far tenants are pretty understanding, but I know as time goes on, that could potentially change.

Thanks in advance.  I know none of us want to deal with natural disasters, but I'm sure it's a topic that comes up as property owners.