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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration for the state of Florida. This amendment, released on October 23, 2024, includes DeSoto County as an area eligible for Individual Assistance following a disaster declared by the President on September 28, 2024. The amendment outlines various types of federal financial assistance available to affected individuals and communities, including loans, legal services, and housing aid.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice about a presidential declaration of a major disaster for Alaska due to flooding that occurred from August 5 to August 6, 2024. This declaration, dated October 16, 2024, enables the provision of federal disaster assistance and hazard mitigation efforts throughout Alaska. It specifies that affected areas, like the City and Borough of Juneau, are eligible for Individual and Public Assistance, while the entire state can receive Hazard Mitigation Grant support. Federal funding will cover 75% of the eligible costs for these programs, in line with FEMA policy guidelines.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a major disaster declaration for the Commonwealth of Virginia due to damages from Tropical Storm Helene starting on September 25, 2024. This declaration allows for federal assistance, including Individual Assistance, debris removal, and emergency protective measures in specified counties and cities, while all areas of Virginia can access the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Federal funds will cover 75% of eligible costs unless projects meet certain criteria for higher support. Timothy S. Pheil has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a major disaster declaration for the State of Georgia due to the damage caused by Tropical Storm Debby from August 4 to August 20, 2024. This declaration allows for federal assistance to help with recovery efforts in several counties, providing Individual Assistance, Public Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation. The disaster aid will cover 75% of eligible costs for these efforts, as specified under the Stafford Act. Kevin A. Wallace, Sr. has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.