President Biden approves Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for parts of Iowa after storms

POLK COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) – President Biden has approved Governor Kim Reynolds’ request for a Major Disaster Declaration, the governor’s office confirmed Tuesday.

It comes after strong storms impacted parts of the state on April 26.

The declaration authorizes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide assistance to Clarke, Harrison, Mills, Polk, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby, and Union Counties.

Homeowners, renters and businesses in these counties can apply for FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program to get help with housing, property replacement, medical expenses and legal services.

Business owners and individuals in these counties can apply by calling 1-800-621-3362, or registering online. The helpline operates from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., 7 days a week.

People can download applications to receive additional disaster assistance information here, or call SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.

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