Mississippi Gets Federal Boost After Storm Hits Hard
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
A big winter storm hit Mississippi from January 23-27, 2026, causing serious damage. The President declared it a major disaster on February 6, 2026, so the state can get federal help covering 75% of repair costs. This means quicker aid and support for affected counties to recover and stay safe.
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Federal Public Assistance covers 75%
For Public Assistance related to this disaster, Federal funds will cover 75 percent of the total eligible costs. The 75% cost share applies to Public Assistance and emergency protective measures provided under the Stafford Act.
Disaster housing assistance available
Federal disaster housing programs (CFDA 97.048, 97.049, 97.050) are available for eligible individuals and households in the declared areas after the January 23–27, 2026 storm. These programs cover disaster housing operations and other needs for people displaced or with housing damage.
Major disaster declared for Mississippi
A major disaster was declared for Mississippi on February 6, 2026, for damage from the severe winter storm of January 23–27, 2026. This declaration makes federal disaster assistance available to help affected communities recover.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) available
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (CFDA 97.034) is available for workers who lost income because of the January 23–27, 2026 storm in the declared areas of Mississippi. Eligible individuals can apply for DUA to replace lost wages caused by the disaster.
Hazard mitigation grants can be used
Hazard Mitigation Grants (CFDA 97.039) are available to support projects that reduce future disaster risk in the declared Mississippi areas after the January 23–27, 2026 storm. These grants can fund measures to make homes and public infrastructure safer from future events.
Crisis counseling services offered
Crisis counseling (CFDA 97.032) is available to people affected by the January 23–27, 2026 winter storm in the declared areas of Mississippi. These services provide short-term mental health support after the disaster.
Disaster legal services available
Disaster Legal Services (CFDA 97.033) are available for eligible individuals in the declared Mississippi areas after the January 23–27, 2026 storm to help with legal issues caused by the disaster. Services can include help with insurance, housing, and other disaster-related legal problems.
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Louisiana’s disaster declaration just got an upgrade! Eight parishes now qualify for permanent repair work after the February 2026 disaster, adding to the help they already got for cleanup and emergency aid. This means more federal money and support are on the way to rebuild and recover faster.