Nepal Flood Response Expands From Rescue to Recovery
Nepal’s latest flood figures show searches continuing alongside DNA identification, temporary shelter, relief delivery and planning for an estimated $4.78 billion rebuild.
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South Dakota seeks federal disaster aid for storm damage in eight counties and two reservations
South Dakota is seeking federal help for $4.56 million in preliminary public storm damage, but the declaration, repair reimbursement and any household assistance remain unapproved.
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Illinois’ 200-tornado year is testing how the state prepares for severe weather
After the Aug. 11-12 derecho, Illinois is collecting damage reports as communities document losses and officials assess whether additional state or federal assistance may be warranted.
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Nebraska wildfire recovery enters federal reimbursement phase as Aug. 12 trucking deadline nears
Nebraska estimates $9,686,602 in public wildfire damage as agencies document roads and power systems for possible reimbursement; limited hay-hauling relief ends Aug. 12.
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Ann Arbor Ends Local Tornado Emergency as Recovery Continues
Ann Arbor ended its local tornado emergency July 6 after the April 15 EF-1 tornado, but insurance claims remain for damage at two city facilities.
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Spokane Complex wildfire damage reaches at least 600 structures as 60,000 evacuate
The three-fire Spokane Complex caused catastrophic destruction in eastern Washington, with at least 600 structures destroyed and about 60,000 evacuations reported by Aug. 2.
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South Dakota seeks federal disaster declaration for eight counties and two reservations after severe storms
Gov. Larry Rhoden requested a presidential major disaster declaration for eight South Dakota counties and the Crow Creek and Lower Brule reservations after severe storms from June 28 through July 3.
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Rock Valley receives more than $25 million for flood recovery and buyouts
FEMA awarded Rock Valley $22 million to buy out 104 homes damaged in the 2024 flood, plus $3.5 million for cleanup and repairs.
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Burnsville to host disaster-recovery resource fair for Helene survivors
Yancey County recovery partners have scheduled resource fairs in four communities during August and early September 2026, including a Burnsville-area response for residents still seeking post-Helene assistance.
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Louisiana opens public comment on FY 2025 recovery-housing action plan
Louisiana’s Office of Community Development is accepting public comments on a proposed FY 2025 Recovery Housing Program Action Plan, but the available notice does not state a deadline or proposed allocation amounts.
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North Carolina Opens Renew NC Grant Applications for Flood and Stormwater Projects
A new federal disaster-recovery funding program opened July 6, 2026, creating a potential path for Trent Woods and other Craven County communities to seek money for flood-control and stormwater infrastructure.
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San Carlos Apache Tribe disaster-loan deadline has passed. Here is what assistance remains
The August 1 deadline for SBA physical-damage loan applications tied to FEMA-4911-DR passed for the San Carlos Apache Tribe. Eligible businesses and nonprofits may still have an economic-injury loan path through March 1, 2027, while HUD housing relief and specified federal tax assistance remain available under separate rules.
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West Virginia flood aid starts with $4.5 million for Lewis and Upshur counties
Eligible homeowners and renters in Lewis and Upshur counties gained access to expedited federal Individual Assistance after the July 21 flooding, while five other counties and broader infrastructure aid remained under review.
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Indiana evaluates June storm damage while federal disaster aid remains unavailable
Indiana and FEMA are evaluating damage from June storms and flooding, but no federal disaster declaration or FEMA assistance has been approved for the events. Here is what the assessments mean and what residents should do now.
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Maui wildfire survivors face narrower state aid and higher FEMA housing costs
A Hawaii relief program now limits new applications to eligible households with minor dependent children, while FEMA is raising rents for some of the roughly 600 survivors still in temporary housing.
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Puerto Rico recovery office reports $1.027 billion in first-half 2026 disbursements
Puerto Rico’s recovery office says it disbursed $1.027 billion in FEMA-funded reconstruction and hazard-mitigation money during the first half of 2026, while a federal audit found billions in recovery funding were still pending.
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Cotulla Flood Assessment Finds at Least 48 Homes Damaged
Cotulla, Texas — Preliminary assessments found at least 48 damaged homes as flooding kept some La Salle County areas inaccessible and federal aid pending.
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Blair County disaster declaration after Tyrone flooding: report & resources
Blair County issued a disaster declaration for Tyrone Borough and Snyder Township after July 5–6 flooding. Here’s how to report damage and get help.
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GAO flags slow Puerto Rico grid recovery after Hurricane Maria
United States National Accountability Fast Follow — a July 2 GAO report says most of the federal money for Puerto Rico’s grid recovery is still undisbursed, with reviews, staffing gaps and coordination problems slowing progress.
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Honolulu flood survivors now have new recovery aid options. Here’s what help is open now
Honolulu HI – Residents still dealing with March flood damage can now use city recovery hubs, temporary housing help, and new federal support pathways.