Louisiana Winter Storm Unlocks Swift Federal Emergency Support
Published Date: 5/6/2026
Notice
Summary
A big winter storm hit Louisiana starting January 23, 2026, and the President declared an emergency on January 24 to help the state recover. This means the federal government will cover 75% of eligible costs for emergency actions like saving lives and protecting property. The help is already rolling out, so Louisiana can get the support it needs fast and keep everyone safe.
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Federal Share Covers 75% Costs
If you live in Louisiana, the Presidential emergency declared January 24, 2026, means federal funds will pay 75 percent of the total eligible Public Assistance costs for emergency protective measures to save lives and protect property. This federal share applies under the Stafford Act for the emergency that began January 23, 2026.
Specific Disaster Programs Made Available
The notice lists specific federal disaster assistance programs available for reporting and drawing funds for Louisiana, including CFDA 97.030 (Community Disaster Loans), 97.031 (Cora Brown Fund), 97.032 (Crisis Counseling), 97.033 (Disaster Legal Services), 97.034 (Disaster Unemployment Assistance), 97.046 (Fire Management Assistance Grant), 97.048–97.050 (Disaster Housing Assistance and Other Needs), 97.036 (Disaster Grants--Public Assistance), and 97.039 (Hazard Mitigation Grant). These programs are identified for use following the January 23, 2026 storm and January 24, 2026 emergency declaration.
All 64 Parishes Eligible for Aid
All 64 parishes in Louisiana were designated for emergency protective measures (Category B) under the Public Assistance program following the storm beginning January 23, 2026. That designation authorizes direct federal assistance to carry out actions to save lives, protect property and public health, and lessen threats of catastrophe.
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