Federal disaster declaration approved for Meigs, Gallia
Federal funding is available to state and local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by severe storms, flooding, and landslides in
The declaration from President
In issuing the declaration on
Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures within the state.
The following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President
Assistance for State and Affected Local Governments can include:
* Payment of not less than 75 percent of the eligible costs for debris removal and emergency protective measures taken to save lives and protect property and public health. Emergency protective measures assistance is available to state, and eligible tribal and local governments on a cost-sharing basis.
* Payment of not less than 75 percent of the eligible costs for repairing or replacing damaged public facilities, such as roads, bridges, utilities, buildings, schools, recreational areas, and similar publicly owned property, as well as certain private non-profit organizations engaged in community service activities.
* Payment of not more than 75 percent of the approved costs for hazard mitigation projects undertaken by state, tribal, and local governments to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural or technological disasters.
Information from FEMA.gov
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