The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued an amendment to the major disaster declaration for Virginia (FEMA-4831-DR), originally declared on October 1, 2024. The amendment specifies that the disaster's incident period has officially closed as of October 3, 2024. Various programs are available under this declaration to aid in recovery, including community disaster loans, crisis counseling, and disaster legal services. The revision was made public on October 25, 2024, and provides details on how to report and access funds through specific federal assistance programs.
Simple Explanation
FEMA is helping people in Virginia after something bad happened, but now they've finished checking who needs help. They will use money to support the communities and give things like loans, counseling, and legal help, though it's not clear exactly how much each will get.