Kentucky flood survivors have a month to apply for FEMA assistance
KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Flood survivors in eastern Kentucky are still working to rebuild just over a month after heavy rain and storms tore through the region.
FEMA has stepped up in big ways to help people in need, but the deadline to apply for help is approaching.
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While some eastern Kentucky communities fortunately weathered February's storms unscathed, others were left in shambles.
'There's not a cookie-cutter approach to disaster response,' said Craig Browning, a federal spokesperson for FEMA.
FEMA officials have been on the ground in more than a dozen counties for about a month, meeting survivors where they are and providing the resources they need to get back on their feet.
Browning said more than $24 million is now in the hands of people impacted by the floods.
'And that's where, you know, the FEMA grants come into play,' said Browning. 'That's where, you know, Small Business Administration low-interest loans come into play. Just trying to fill that gap.'
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Because so many people were displaced, Browning said FEMA is working to help cover rental costs.
'While maybe you still have a mortgage over here that you're paying for, to even working with you to secure potentially a replacement vehicle,' said Browning.
Browning explained that FEMA's mission is to help people before, during, and after disaster strikes, but noted it will take the entire community coming together to bring it back to what it once was.
'That involves your non-government agencies,' said Browning. 'That involves your faith-based organizations. They're going to be here for the long term, and they're the ones that are going to be really taking the lead on that long-term recovery.'
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The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is April 25. According to FEMA, there are four ways to apply: online at DisasterAssistance.gov, using the FEMA mobile app, visiting a Disaster Recovery Center, or calling 800-621-3362.
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