Major Disaster Declared for Kentucky's Storm-Damaged Communities
Published Date: 7/30/2025
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Summary
The President has declared a major disaster for Kentucky because of severe storms, strong winds, and tornadoes. This means public assistance funds are now available to help communities fix damage and recover faster. If you live or work in Kentucky, expect support to start rolling out soon to get things back on track.
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Kentucky Major Disaster Declaration
If you live or work in Kentucky, you can expect public assistance funds to become available to help repair damage and speed recovery. The President declared a major disaster for the Commonwealth of Kentucky (FEMA-4875-DR) on July 22, 2025, for severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes, and the declaration is for Public Assistance only.
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