FEMA approves nearly $9 million for flood survivors, $35 million for insurance

On Friday, the Missouri Department of Public Safety announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, had approved $8.9 million in assistance grants for survivors of Missouri’s spring flooding and nearly 1,400 applicants for assistance.

The National Flood Insurance Program has also processed more than half of the 1,300 claims filed by Missouri policy holders. Those payments, so far, add up to more than $35 million.

The funding comes nearly two months after the state was hit with historic flooding.

Recovery Help

Together, FEMA and the Small Business Administration have more than 10 disaster recovery centers helping those hit by flooding and severe weather. To find a recovery center in your area, visit: Recovery.mo.gov

Department of Public Safety officials said people must register for assistance before going to a recovery center. Register online at disasterassistance.gov or call 800-621-3362.

For recovery assistance, call 211 or visit http://211helps.org

Applications for assistance must be filed with FEMA by July 1, after first being processed by Missouri’s State Emergency Management Agency, or SEMA. For information, call SEMA at (573) 526-9234.