Biden Declares Typhoon Havoc in Northern Marianas
Published Date: 8/7/2026
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Summary
This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (FEMA-4931-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Super Typhoon Bavi.
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SBA Physical-Damage Loans for Nonprofits
If you run a private non-profit that provides essential governmental services in Rota (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands), you can apply for SBA physical damage disaster loans for losses from Super Typhoon Bavi (incident period July 4–12, 2026). The interest rate for physical damage loans for eligible private non-profits is 3.625%. The physical loan application deadline is October 3, 2026 and you may apply at https://lending.sba.gov.
SBA Economic Injury (EIDL) Loans for Nonprofits
If you run a private non-profit providing essential services in Rota, you can apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) to cover working capital losses from Super Typhoon Bavi (incident period July 4–12, 2026). The interest rate for economic injury loans for eligible private non-profits is 3.625%. The EIDL application deadline is May 3, 2027 and applications are available at https://lending.sba.gov.
FEMA Public Assistance Declaration for Rota
The President declared a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (FEMA-4931-DR) for Super Typhoon Bavi, with an incident period of July 4–12, 2026. The declaration, issued August 3, 2026, names Rota as the primary affected area.
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