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Time of India
2 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Donald Trump approves FEMA aid for St. Louis tornado victims: $71 million unlocked after EF-3 storm kills 7, damages 5,000 structures; check eligibility and how to apply
President Donald Trump on Tuesday, June 10, approved a major federal disaster declaration in response to the devastating EF-3 tornado that tore through St. Louis, St. Louis County, and Scott County on May 16. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The move clears the way for roughly $71 million in federal aid for affected individuals, local governments, and nonprofits, state officials confirmed. The tornado, which struck around 2:39 pm CDT, left a 26-mile trail of destruction in just 26 minutes, with wind speeds peaking at 152 mph and the twister widening to nearly a mile at its broadest. The storm killed seven people, injured 38 others, and caused an estimated $1.6 billion in property losses, damaging or destroying about 5,000 structures, including homes, churches, and businesses. Federal emergency teams described it as the most extensive residential destruction in Missouri since the 2011 Joplin tornado. Many residents reported missing siren alerts and widespread power outages, and areas like Forest Park suffered severe damage. Mayor Cara Spencer underscored the city's dependence on federal support, saying, 'No city can shoulder this burden alone.' The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has since opened applications for two main aid programs: Individual Assistance: Up to $43,600 for temporary housing, home repairs, vehicle replacement, medical bills, and other urgent needs. Public Assistance: Funds to help local governments and nonprofits with debris removal, infrastructure repair, and reimbursement for emergency services. Residents can apply online at via the FEMA Mobile App, or by calling 1‑800‑621‑3362 from 6 am to 10 pm CT daily. Required documents include contact details, addresses, social security number, damage list, insurance information, and bank account details for direct deposit. The deadline to apply for Individual Assistance is August 11, 2025. Public Assistance requests will be coordinated through local government offices. To further support the recovery, a Disaster Assistance Center (DAC) is now operational in St. Louis, open June 9–12, June 16–18, and June 23–26, from 10 am to 7 pm Walk-ins are welcome, or appointments can be scheduled via 211 or online. Governor Mike Kehoe and Mayor Spencer have urged affected residents to apply promptly to ensure they receive available support.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
FEMA aid now available for St. Louis tornado victims; here's what you qualify for and how to apply
President Trump approved a major federal disaster declaration on Tuesday, June 10, for the tornado that struck St. Louis, St. Louis County, and Scott County on May 16. This declaration makes individual and public assistance available to residents and local governments. State officials say it unlocks roughly $71 million in federal aid. A powerful EF‑3 tornado swept through north St. Louis suburbs and the city itself on May 16, 2025, at around 2:39 p.m. CDT. It left a 26-mile path of destruction over 26 minutes. Wind speeds reached 152 mph, and the twister widened to nearly a mile across at its peak. The devastation killed seven people in total and injured around 38 more. About 5,000 structures were damaged or destroyed, with overall property losses estimated at $1.6 billion. Federal emergency teams called this the most extensive residential destruction since the 2011 Joplin tornado. Residents described missing siren alerts and widespread power outages. Many homes, churches, businesses, and key areas such as Forest Park were severely hit. Live Events Mayor Cara Spencer said that 'no city can shoulder this burden alone,' calling federal support essential. In response, the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA ) has opened assistance programs, and below are the guidelines for receiving help. How to apply for the assistance The declaration enables two types of aid: Individual Assistance – Grants for temporary housing, home repair, vehicle replacement, medical or dental bills, and childcare expenses. Public Assistance – Federal funds to help local governments and nonprofits repair public infrastructure, clean debris, and reimburse emergency service costs. Eligible residents can apply via: Online at Phone: FEMA toll-free at 1‑800‑621‑3362, daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT FEMA Mobile App, or through video/caption relay services. Applicants need to have: A current phone number The disaster and current addresses Social Security number (if available) A list of damage and losses Insurance policy number or agent details (if insured) Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit. FEMA grants can provide up to $43,600 for housing and $43,600 for other disaster-related needs. Deadlines Individual Assistance applications must be submitted by August 11, 2025, 60 days after the declaration. Public Assistance application requests will be coordinated through local government agencies. Mayor Spencer and Governor Kehoe are urging residents to apply as soon as possible. A Disaster Assistance Center (DAC) has opened in St. Louis, providing in-person support on select June dates. The DAC will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on June 9-12, June 16-18, and June 23-26. Walk-ins are welcome, but individuals can also register for an appointment online or by calling 211.
