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President Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana After Storms
Federal aid will help residents in 20 counties recover, and Indiana’s State Disaster Relief Fund will provide up to $5,000 in emergency grants.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for Indiana, making federal aid available to 21 counties damaged by severe storms and flooding that struck the state on August 11.
- Indiana Governor Mike Braun formally requested expedited federal disaster assistance on August 20 after severe weather including tornadoes and straight-line winds caused widespread damage across the state.
- The severe weather killed eight people and destroyed 44 structures, with major damage to 959 others. Braun estimated damages to homes and apartments range from $550 million to more than $5 billion.
- Residents in designated counties must file insurance claims before applying for federal assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Eleven counties will receive public assistance funding to repair damaged infrastructure.
- FEMA and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security will provide joint briefing materials on Wednesday, August 26, outlining next steps for recovery efforts in impacted communities.
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