Figuring out the full extent of Hurricane Idalia’s damage could take weeks or even months. But we already know that scammers will follow the path of the storm and try to take advantage of people doing their best to recover. While storms are unpredictable, there are ways to spot the tactics these scammers use — even if they change some of the details — so, read on.
As you focus on cleaning up, rebuilding, and getting back on track, learn more about disaster recovery scams. It’ll help you protect yourself and others affected by Hurricane Idalia. Here are a few ways to get started: