Missouri Disaster Management Shifts: Justin Petersen Takes Helm
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
Missouri’s major disaster declaration got an update on January 12, 2026. Justin Petersen is now the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Catherine Sanders, to help manage disaster recovery efforts. This change keeps disaster aid flowing smoothly for affected Missourians, covering everything from housing help to legal services and unemployment support.
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FEMA Disaster Aid Available in Missouri
If you are in the Missouri area covered by FEMA-4872-DR, federal disaster assistance programs are available for reporting and drawing funds. The notice lists CFDA programs including 97.030 Community Disaster Loans; 97.031 Cora Brown Fund; 97.032 Crisis Counseling; 97.033 Disaster Legal Services; 97.034 Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA); 97.046 Fire Management Assistance Grant; 97.048 Disaster Housing Assistance to Individuals and Households; 97.049 Disaster Housing Operations for Individuals and Households; 97.050 Disaster Assistance to Individuals and Households--Other Needs; 97.036 Disaster Grants--Public Assistance; and 97.039 Hazard Mitigation Grant.
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