Many residents at Parma’s Westfield Apartments spent the day cleaning out water-logged belongings — soaked couches, clothing, furniture.

Several families with first-floor apartments were spending another night with either friends or at local hotels after they had to evacuate from Tuesday’s heavy rains.


Officials said it could be another week before they are allowed back home.

People living on the second and third floors were able to go back home.

Local flood victims can now get money from the state. Gov. Ted Strickland freed up $5 million for Cuyahoga County residents.

Applications can be dropped off at the Cuyahoga County Department of Job and Family services, or you can call 216-987-7000 for more information.