Mississippi Gets Federal Boost After Storm Hits Hard
Published Date: 5/6/2026
Notice
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.
Analyzed Economic Effects
7 provisions identified: 7 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
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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2026-15944, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
New or modified Base (1-percent annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and/or regulatory floodways (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations) as shown on the indicated Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) for each of the communities listed in the table below are finalized. Each LOMR revises the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and in some cases the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, currently in effect for the listed communities.
2026-15946, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
New or modified Base (1-percent annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and/or regulatory floodways (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations) as shown on the indicated Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) for each of the communities listed in the table below are finalized. Each LOMR revises the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and in some cases the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, currently in effect for the listed communities.
2026-15943, Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
2026-15942, Final Flood Hazard Determinations
Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
2026-15938, Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
2026-15941, Final Flood Hazard Determinations
Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-08890, Mississippi; Amendment No. 1 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
Mississippi just got a disaster upgrade! More counties are now officially recognized as hit hard by the disaster declared on February 6, 2026, which means they can get extra help for cleaning up debris and rebuilding. This amendment, issued on February 13, 2026, unlocks new funding and support programs to speed up recovery and protect communities.
Next: 2026-08892, Louisiana; Amendment No. 1 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
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.