West Virginia Flood Aid Gets Presidential Power-Up
Published Date: 3/19/2025
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Summary
West Virginia just got an upgrade to its disaster declaration after severe storms, flooding, and landslides hit hard. This means more help and money are on the way to support affected communities and speed up recovery. The amendment boosts resources and extends deadlines to make sure everyone gets the aid they need, right when they need it.
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Federal Disaster Declaration Upgraded
You in West Virginia are covered by an amended Presidential major disaster declaration (FEMA-4861-DR) dated February 26, 2025 for severe storm, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides. The amendment upgrades the declaration so more federal help and money are made available to affected communities in West Virginia.
Aid Application Deadlines Extended
If you live in the affected areas of West Virginia, the amendment extends deadlines so you have more time to apply for disaster assistance related to the February 26, 2025 declaration (FEMA-4861-DR). This change is intended to give more people time to access aid after the severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides.
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