News and Media: Disaster 4709

LAKE MARY, Fla. – FEMA continues to support the state of Florida by approving nearly $178 million in federal disaster recovery funds in August, bringing the total approved since Jan. 20 to more than $804 million. The state is leading recovery efforts from multiple federally declared disasters, most recently Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Since Jan. 20, FEMA has approved more than 2,900 state and local recovery projects through the state-managed Public Assistance program. This funding helps cover items like road repairs, critical infrastructure restoration, debris removal and other emergency actions taken to protect life and property following major disasters.

To date 1,928 Florida homeowners have received funds from FEMA to rebuild their homes stronger after the severe storms, flooding and tornadoes in Broward County.

As of July 26, 2023, $34.1 million has been approved for Individual Assistance, $171.5 million approved in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and $26.4 million approved by the Small Business Administration (SBA).

If you applied for FEMA assistance after the Broward County severe storms, tornadoes and flooding, ensure that FEMA has your current contact information. FEMA may need to contact you for additional information.

The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance for residents in Broward County who experienced damage or loss from the severe storms and flooding in April has passed. If you receive a FEMA decision letter and you disagree with FEMA’s eligibility decision, you have a right to appeal FEMA’s decision. Please read your decision letter carefully.