Tennessee Gets FEMA Boost After Winter Storm Hits Hard
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
A big winter storm hit Tennessee starting January 22, 2026, causing serious damage. The President declared an emergency on January 24, so FEMA can help cover 75% of the cleanup and safety costs to protect people and property. This means faster aid and support for affected communities to bounce back stronger and safer.
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Federal Emergency Protective Measures Authorized
A severe winter storm began January 22, 2026 and the President declared an emergency for Tennessee on January 24, 2026. FEMA is authorized to provide emergency protective measures (Category B) as direct federal assistance for all 95 counties in Tennessee.
Federal Share Covers 75% of Eligible Costs
Under the declaration, any Federal funds provided for Public Assistance will be limited to 75 percent of the total eligible costs. FEMA may therefore cover up to 75% of eligible cleanup and emergency protective costs for the declared Tennessee emergency.
Multiple Disaster Assistance Programs Available
The declaration lists multiple federal assistance programs for the Tennessee emergency, including Disaster Housing Assistance (CFDA 97.048, 97.049), Disaster Unemployment Assistance (CFDA 97.034), Crisis Counseling (CFDA 97.032), Disaster Legal Services (CFDA 97.033), Other Needs Assistance (CFDA 97.050), Hazard Mitigation Grant (CFDA 97.039), and related CFDA numbers. These programs are available for reporting and drawing funds related to the declared emergency.
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