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Sept. 2, 2021<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

By Teresa Murray, Consumer Watchdog<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Hurricane Ida tore a path of destruction from the Gulf Coast all the way to New York and New Jersey. The billions of dollars in damage from flooding, wind and tornadoes mean claims, repairs and rebuilding for way too many people. Here are some tips to avoid scams and stay safe in the days and weeks ahead.<\/p>\n