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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Governor Kehoe requests federal aid after storm damage in Missouri
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe requested for President Donald Trump to approve a major disaster declaration, which will provide federal assistance to 26 counties in the state. This request for the president is in response to the widespread storms, tornadoes and flooding that impacted Missouri from March 30 to April 8, claiming about six lives. 'While Missourians and faith-based and volunteer organizations have been supporting their neighbors and local and state governments are working hard at recovery, the cost of these efforts—often because of repeated damage in the same counties—is beyond the capacity of local communities and the state to bear in full,' Kehoe said in the release. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The Governor's Office said that these counties were requested FEMA Individual Assistance by Kehoe: Bollinger Butler Cape Girardeau Carter Cooper Dunklin Howell Iron Mississippi New Madrid Oregon Ozark Reynolds Ripley Scott Shannon Stoddard Vernon Washington Wayne This form of assistance allows residents to get federal assistance that is for temporary housing, housing repairs, qualifying expenses and replacement for damaged belongings. The Governor's Office also said that these other counties were requested FEMA Public Assistance by Kehoe: Bollinger Butler Cape Girardeau Carter Cooper Douglas Dunklin Howell Iron Madison Maries Mississippi New Madrid Oregon Ozark Pemiscot Reynolds Ripley Scott Shannon Stoddard Texas Vernon Wayne Webster With Public Assistance, the Missouri government, as well as qualified nonprofit agencies, will be able to seek federal assistance for reimbursement of emergency response and recovery costs. Missourians who face unmet needs, depending on their circumstances, are asked to contact United Way at 2-1-1 or the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-276. Further details about disaster recovery in Missouri can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Governor Kehoe requests federal disaster declaration for March 14 storms
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe is asking for President Donald Trump to provide federal assistance for Missouri counties affected by the deadly storms that ripped through the state and killed 13 people from March 14-15. Kehoe is requesting FEMA assistance for 28 counties in the state, with damage assessments estimating that there is more than $26.9 million in emergency response costs and storm damage. The counties in southwest Missouri that Kehoe requested FEMA Individual Assistance and/or FEMA Public Assistance for include Camden, Howell, Laclede, Oregon, Ozark, Phelps, Pulaski, Shannon, Webster and Wright counties. The other Missouri counties requested for federal assistance include Bollinger, Butler, Callaway, Carter, Dunklin, Franklin, Iron, Jefferson, Madison, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Perry, Reynolds, Ripley, Scott, St. Louis, Stoddard and Wayne counties. Aid arrives to Nevada, MO following EF-1 tornado 'The State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and local partners have been working in close coordination with FEMA to document damage in the areas impacted by these storms,' Governor Kehoe said in a press release. 'Today, we are requesting a federal disaster declaration to support the affected communities and their recovery efforts. We are confident federal assistance will be forthcoming and greatly appreciate the critical work already being done by local response agencies and many volunteer partners to help Missourians in need.' FEMA Individual Assistance allows eligible residents a way to obtain housing repairs, temporary housing, replacements for damaged belongings and certain other expenses. FEMA Public Assistance lets local governments and certain nonprofits cover costs for emergency response, storm recovery and repair of public infrastructure such as roads and bridges. Those who need assistance can also call United Way by dialing 211 or the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767. Other disaster recovery resources can be found at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
FEMA extends debris cleanup program for Southern California wildfire victims
The deadline to either opt-in or opt-out for government-run wildfire debris removal has been extended. FEMA made the announcement on Friday, stating that the new deadline to submit a Right of Entry form is April 15 for single-family homes affected by the deadly and devastating January wildfires. All property owners should submit an ROE form by that date, either opting in or out of the program. The original deadline was Monday. Gang-related shooting leaves man dead inside RV; 3 suspects sought The program was expanded to include multi-family homes, and that deadline is also April 15, but the process is little more complicated: For owner-occupied units, each owner of a destroyed unit in a condominium or duplex must submit an ROE form as well as the homeowner's association of the building so that the county, state and FEMA can assess the property for eligibility. Residential commercial properties that contain at least one owner-occupied home, including most condominium and some multi-family buildings, are eligible for federally funded debris removal, even if there is a mix of owner-occupied and rental units. Rental units are generally not eligible for federal debris removal, and the owner of the apartment business is expected to use their insurance and hire a licensed contractor for removal. Tenants may be eligible for FEMA's Individual Assistance program to help them rent another place to live and/or replace destroyed personal property. Click here to apply. Commercial properties are generally not eligible for federally funded debris removal, and commercial property owners are encouraged to work with their insurance providers to begin debris removal as soon as possible. Small Business Administration loans are available for business owners. Public buildings and certain private non-profits are also eligible for federal assistance. Those who choose to opt-in to have the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers remove debris will incur no out-of-pocket expenses, FEMA said; however, officials are not able to duplicate forms for non-government-run debris removal programs. If a property has debris removal insurance, any residual amount not used by the property owner must be provided through the county to offset costs, FEMA stated. Proposed California ballot initiative 'Luigi Mangione Act' would make it harder for insurers to deny medical care Around 9,800 property owners affected by both the Eaton and Palisades fires have elected to use the government-run program and another 1,000 have opted out; however, officials say there are still roughly 1,200 property owners who have yet to submit an ROE form. 'If you don't take action by April 15, you alone will be responsible for managing and paying for the debris removal,' Angela George-Moody, L.A. County Public Works Department Chief Deputy Director, said on Friday. 'Please take advantage of this assistance.' Two other important deadlines have not changed: applications for SBA loans and FEMA Individual Assistance are still required to be submitted by Monday, Mar. 31. More information on California wildfire debris removal can be found at this link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
FEMA assistance climbs to over $6.3 million
bradshaw — Victims of the Feb. 15 flood that devastated much of southern West Virginia were being reminded Thursday that they still need to apply for assistance even as FEMA announced that over $6.3 million of Individual Assistance had been approved over a five-county area. FEMA has approved $6,326,934 for Individual Assistance which includes $3,835,815 for Housing Assistance and $2,491,119 for Other Needs Assistance, Nate Custer, a Media Relations Specialist with FEMA, said Thursday. There had been 2,234 valid registrations for assistance as of Thursday. McDowell County had 1,019 registrations followed by 537 in Mingo County; 355 in Mercer County; 340 in Wyoming County; 56 in Wayne County; and 34 in Logan County. Residents of McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Logan, Wayne and Wyoming counties whose primary residences were damaged by the floods of Feb. 15 to Feb. 18 may be eligible to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance. The deadline to apply is April 28. Flood victims that have registered their damages through a state survey still need to register for FEMA Individual Assistance, agency officials said. The information from the state survey was used to help the damage assistance teams scope the extent of the damages; however, residents in the designated counties must additionally apply for FEMA assistance and may receive help with expenses related to essential items, temporary housing, home repairs, and other needs as a result of the flood. There are four ways for flood victims to apply for FEMA assistance. • Visit • Download the FEMA App. • Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. • Phone lines are open every day and help is available in most languages. People that use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service should provide FEMA their number for that service. • Speak with someone in person at a Disaster Recovery Center. At a Disaster Recovery Center, flood victims can get help applying for federal assistance, update their applications and learn about other resources available. Centers in the area include: • The Mercer County Disaster Recovery Center is at the Lifeline Princeton Church of God at 250 Oakvale Road in Princeton. Its hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and closed Sunday. It will be closed Saturday, March 15, March 22 and April 19. • The McDowell County Disaster Recovery Center is located at Bradshaw Town Hall, 10002 Marshall Highway in Bradshaw. Its hours of operation are Monday to Saturday form 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed Sundays. • The Wyoming County Disaster Recover Center is located at the Wyoming Courthouse on 24 Main Avenue in Pineville. Its hours of operation are Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m; Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and closed on Sundays. FEMA is warning residents in flood areas to beware of scammers. Agency officials said the FEMA staff can be recognized the following ways: • FEMA representatives never charge a fee or ask for payment for disaster assistance, inspections, or help filling out applications. • FEMA staff carry a photo ID badge. • People who aren't sure if someone works for FEMA can call the helpline at 800-621-3362. Flood victims who have insurance should file a claim as soon as possible, agency officials said. FEMA cannot pay for losses that insurance will cover. When filling for FEMA assistance, flood victims will be asked to provide: • A description of the damage • contact information, including their current phone number and your 911 address where they can currently be reached. • Their 911 address at the time of disaster • Their Social Security number • Their contact information • For people who have insurance, their policy number, agent or company • Their annual household income • Their bank account information, if they would like to receive direct deposit People who have already applied for FEMA assistance and have questions about the status of their application or about appealing a FEMA determination letter they have received can visit a Disaster Recovery Center for one-on-one assistance or call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362. Contact Greg Jordan at gjordan@
CBS News
08-03-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Deadlines for LA County wildfire disaster relief services extended to end of March
Federal and state programs extended several deadlines to allow more survivors of the Los Angeles County wildfires to apply for disaster aid. Instead of the original March 10 deadline, residents affected by the Palisades, Eaton, or any of the other fires from early January will have until April to fill out most of their forms. All programs, except for the LA County Small Business Relief Fund, have a March 31 deadline. Here's a list of financial, unemployment, small business and debris removal programs that will close enrollment by the end of the month. FEMA Individual Assistance: March 31 The FEMA Individual Assistance program provides victims with funds to pay for basic home repairs and personal property losses. It also covers uninsured disaster-related needs, including childcare, transportation, medical needs, and funeral and dental expenses. FEMA established two disaster recovery centers near the Palisades and Eaton fire zones to help residents apply. Both locations are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Residents can also apply anytime online at by calling FEMA's helpline at (800) 621-3362, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service. Small Business Administration Disaster Loan: March 31 The Small Business Administration is offering home disaster, business and economic injury disaster loans. Homeowners and tenants can apply for home disaster loans to repair or replace their real estate and personal property, including vehicles. The business loans cover the property owned by a business, including real estate, inventory, supplies, machinery, and equipment. Businesses of any size can apply, as can private nonprofit organizations like charities, churches, and private universities. Economic injury loans are meant to help businesses cover financial obligations affected by the wildfires. To apply for any of these loans, visit or call (800) 659-2955. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can call (800) 877-8339. Disaster Unemployment Assistance: March 31 People who lost their jobs or cannot work because of the wildfires can apply for unemployment, disability, or Paid Family Leave benefits. Apply online at LA County Small Business Relief Fund: March 12 LA County officials extended the deadline to apply for the Small Business Relief Fund to March 12. The program will provide cash assistance grants for small businesses and nonprofits impacted by the windstorm and wildfires. To be eligible, small businesses and nonprofits must have a revenue of up to $6 million and less than 100 employees. The grants range between $2,000 and $25,000. To apply, visit Wildfire debris removal: March 31 Residents can opt for a free general wildfire debris cleanup from the Army Corps of Engineers or pay for a specialized contractor approved to remove the remaining rubble. The right-of-entry and opt-out forms can be found at In-person applications are available at FEMA disaster recovery centers.
