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RS member poll: What most often keeps a microbusiness from reopening during the first month after a disaster?

ClosedResilienceOpened 14 May 2026 · Closed 29 May 2026

Lack of bridge cash for immediate costs34% (51)

Waiting for an insurance claim decision26% (39)

Repairs or disrupted utilities and access18% (27)

Difficulty reconnecting with customers or suppliers13% (20)

Claim paperwork or uncertainty about eligibility9% (14)

151 votes in total