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One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and floods have one month to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25.    Applicants who wish to apply for disaster assistance should have the following information ready for their registration: Social Security number; pre-disaster address of the primary residence; name of
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Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentuckians Impacted by February Storms and Flooding

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentuckians Impacted by February Storms and Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. –FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance to help those whose vehicles were damaged due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred February 14 – March 7. The first step is for survivors to file a claim with their insurance company if they have a comprehensive policy. This type of policy usually covers storm-related damage to a vehicle. Federal disaster assistance may help fill the gaps for those whose coverage does not pay for any or all storm-related damage costs.
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How to Help After February Severe Storms and Floods

How to Help After February Severe Storms and Floods FRANKFORT, Ky. – Financial contributions to recognized disaster relief organizations are the fastest, most flexible and most effective method of donating to help those affected by the February severe storms and floods. Local and national Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOADs) provide emergency assistance to survivors. Those seeking to donate to the recovery efforts can do so by visiting Kentucky VOAD - Kentucky Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster. Cash donations allow these organizations to address urgent or emerging needs quickly. When you donate cash, it also moves through the economy of the affected areas.
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If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available

If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available FRANKFORT, Ky. -- If you were affected by the February severe storms and flooding and your pre-disaster primary residence was located in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike or Simpson counties, you may be eligible for Displacement Assistance. Displacement Assistance Displacement Assistance is money to help with immediate housing needs if you cannot live in your home after the flooding. This money can be used to stay in a hotel, with family and friends or for other options while
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FEMA Teams Visiting Neighborhoods Affected by February Flooding

FEMA Teams Visiting Neighborhoods Affected by February Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Kentucky residents are starting to see FEMA crews in neighborhoods, helping those affected by the February severe storms and flooding apply for federal disaster assistance in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties.   FEMA personnel are visiting the disaster affected areas to help homeowners and renters apply with FEMA and quickly identify and address immediate and emerging needs. They also can provide application status updates and referrals to additional community resources. FEMA teams will never ask for or accept money
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How to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following the February Severe Storms and Floods

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following the February Severe Storms and Floods FRANKFORT, Ky -- Kentucky homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and floods may apply for FEMA disaster assistance. How to Apply for FEMA Assistance There are several ways to apply: Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, call 800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to midnight local time every day, use the FEMA mobile app or visit a Disaster Recovery Center. If you use a relay service such as Video
Florida State Watch Office Morning Situation Report for Friday, February 28, 2025
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Florida State Watch Office Morning Situation Report for Friday, February 28, 2025

Florida State Watch Office Morning Situation Report EOC Activation Level:  Level 2   Meteorological Summary: Mostly dry conditions and clear skies expected across the Sunshine State today and tonight as high pressure builds in behind the recent cold front (near 0-5% chance of rain). High temperatures in the middle to upper 70s across inland portions of the state with locally cooler temperatures in the upper 60s to middle 70s along coastlines and just inland. Northerly to northwesterly winds up to 10 mph with gusts up to 15 mph. Breezy winds, especially along coastlines, may cause daytime temperatures to feel a
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Flood Warning issued February 28 at 6:52PM CST until March 3 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Texas... Neches River at Neches River Saltwater Barrier Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Saturday evening at 700 PM CST. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Neches River at Neches River Saltwater Barrier. * WHEN...Until early Monday morning. * IMPACTS...At 5.0 feet, Water is about two feet over portions of Four Oaks Ranch Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:15 PM CST Friday the stage was 3.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight to a crest of 4.1
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Special Weather Statement issued February 28 at 3:19PM EST by NWS State College PA

Gusty West to Northwest winds between 30 and 35 mph at times will combine with sharply falling dewpoints and relative humidity in the afternoon to create and elevated potential for fire spread. Minimum relative humidity values will be between 25 and 35 percent These conditions could lead to rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Refrain from discarding any smoking materials, including cigarette butts. Refer to your state's forest fire management agency for more information on burn restrictions for your local area.