Governor Mike Kehoe has formally requested a federal disaster declaration from President Donald J. Trump in response to the catastrophic storms and tornadoes that swept across Missouri on March 14-15. The severe weather left 13 dead and caused widespread damage to homes, businesses, and public infrastructure.
In a statement, Governor Kehoe emphasized the urgency of federal aid, noting the collaborative efforts between the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), FEMA, and local partners to assess damage.
Based on damage assessments, the governor has requested FEMA Individual Assistance for 25 counties:
Bollinger, Butler, Camden, Carter, Dunklin, Franklin, Howell, Iron, Jefferson, Laclede, Madison, New Madrid, Oregon, Ozark, Pemiscot, Perry, Phelps, Pulaski, Reynolds, Ripley, St. Louis, Stoddard, Wayne, Webster, and Wright.
If granted, this aid would help eligible residents with temporary housing, home repairs, replacement of damaged belongings and vehicles, and other qualifying expenses.
Additionally, Kehoe has requested FEMA Public Assistance for 20 counties:
Bollinger, Butler, Callaway, Carter, Dunklin, Franklin, Howell, Iron, Madison, New Madrid, Oregon, Ozark, Perry, Phelps, Reynolds, Ripley, Scott, Shannon, Stoddard, and Wayne.
Public Assistance would allow local governments and certain nonprofit organizations to seek reimbursement for emergency response costs, as well as repair and replacement of damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure.
