Fact Sheet: Recovery at a Glance – Washington County

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following fact sheet:

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- As of Oct. 15, unless otherwise noted

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Since the federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Michael, Washington County residents, local governments and private non-profits have received about $13.4 million in total federal funds:

* 823 homeowners and renters have been approved for more than $2.5 million in federal grants through FEMA's Individuals and Households Program.

* As of Sept. 17, four flood insurance claims have been filed. An estimated $172,000 in claims have been paid.

* As of Oct 1, nearly $9.5 million in U.S. Small Business Administration low-interest disaster loans have been approved for 297 homeowners and renters and 19 businesses.

* FEMA has provided more than $1.2 million to the state to help local governments and private non-profits in Washington County with Hurricane Michael-related expenses.

Housing Assistance:

* 512 homeowners have been approved for basic housing repairs.

* 331 homeowners and renters have been approved for rental assistance.

* 523 survivors have not provided FEMA with the necessary information from their insurance settlements to complete their disaster assistance registration.

Public Assistance:

* As part of the $1.2 million provided to date to help local governments and private non-profits:

* More than $717,000 was reimbursement for emergency protective measures.