Arizona Businesses Get Fire Disaster Loan Lifeline from SBA
Published Date: 8/26/2025
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Summary
Arizona businesses hit by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires can now apply for special disaster loans to help bounce back. This declaration means extra financial support is available starting August 18, 2025, to cover economic losses caused by these wildfires. If you run a small business in Arizona, now’s the time to grab this help and keep your business strong!
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Arizona EIDLs for Wildfire Losses
If you run a small business in Arizona affected by the Dragon Bravo or White Sage fires, you can apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) to cover economic losses. The declaration is dated August 18, 2025, and makes special disaster loan help available to eligible Arizona businesses.
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