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Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
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. Kentucky flood survivors have a month to apply for FEMA assistance London police need help identifying person caught on camera during burglary Kentucky governor vetoes GOP abortion bill, says it undermines doctors and endangers pregnant women 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.' Study shows which counties in Kentucky have the most excessive drinkers Kentucky among top 10 states Americans want to move to: research Lexington high schools ranked among Kentucky's best in 2025, according to Niche 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.' How to apply for Disaster SNAP benefits in Kentucky The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is April 25. According to FEMA, there are four ways to apply: online at using the FEMA mobile app, visiting a Disaster Recovery Center, or calling 800-621-3362. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Yahoo
FEMA warning Kentuckians of scams following February's deadly floods
KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — February's devastating floods are a sad reality many Kentuckians are still coming to terms with. On top of that, scammers are trying to take advantage of victims. Somerset mother accused of setting son's home on fire with pizza boxes, took dog to watch it burn 'We do see scams and bad actors that come out into a disaster area directly after an event happens,' said FEMA spokesperson Craig Browning. 'And it's very unfortunate that they try to take advantage of people who have already lost everything.' That's why FEMA is warning people of these potential scams, saying if something seems too good to be true, it likely is. 'In most cases, they are looking for some type of financial contribution or some type of money to be taken for some type of service given,' Browning added. He said FEMA representatives will never charge applicants for disaster assistance, inspections, or help in filling out our applications. According to a FEMA press release, if a FEMA inspector comes to your home and you did not submit a FEMA application, your information may have been used without your knowledge to create a FEMA application. If that happens, you're asked to tell the inspector you did not apply for FEMA assistance; that way, the inspector can submit a request to stop furthering the application process. Also, if you did not apply for assistance but received a letter from FEMA, you're asked to call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. The helpline will then submit a request to stop further processing of that application. If you're unsure if the person knocking on your door is with FEMA, Browning said there are a few things you need to do. 'Do not give away any of your personal information to also include your application number in the event that you applied for federal assistance.' Former Gov. Bevin's adopted son files protective order against parents Bill regulating cannabis-infused drinks passes in Kentucky Senate: Here's what it would change Human remains found in Jessamine County identified: Here's what we know He also told Fox 56 that all FEMA employees have their federal IDs on them at all times, and if someone is refusing to show identification, then close your door. 'And call your local law enforcement agency and let them know. They can come out and verify that these folks are truly with FEMA or they're not with FEMA and then handle it from there.' Aside from immediately reporting a scam to local law enforcement, you can also report it to the Kentucky Attorney General. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
