WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal help for flood victims in Ohio and Marion counties is coming.
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday evening that President Donald Trump approved Individual Assistance in the two counties.
“President Trump and his administration has shown once again that they will step up and support West Virginia. I want to thank everyone involved in securing Individual Assistance for Ohio and Marion counties and providing us another tool to help these communities make a full recovery,” Morrisey said in a statement.
Ohio and Marion counties were devastated by floodwaters in mid-June, which killed nine people and affected hundreds of buildings. In Ohio County alone, 70 vehicles were pulled from the water and north of 150 homes were damaged. 37 homes were fully destroyed.
U.S. Senators Jim Justice and Shelley Moore Capito, as well as U.S. Representatives Carol Miller and Riley Moore put out a shared comment following the announcement showing their appreciation.
“The West Virginia Congressional Delegation is grateful to the Trump administration for the major disaster declaration and emergency declaration giving the approval of our state’s request for federal disaster aid. The flooding that occurred saw devastating loss of life and property, and we are glad that much-needed help is on the way to help these communities recover and rebuild. We commend the bravery of the first responders who sprang into action and the local leaders, churches, and charities who have been on the ground helping victims begin to rebuild their lives,” the lawmakers said.
Affected residents are encouraged to file claims with their insurance providers, then apply for the Individual Assistance.
Flood victims can apply for assistance one of three ways:
Visit www.DisasterAssistance.gov
Call FEMA’s helpline at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). Lines are open from 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. seven days a week.
Download the FEMA mobile app from your phone’s app store.
When applying, residents should have the following information ready:
Social security number
Address of damaged residence
Description of damage and losses
Current mailing address and phone number
Insurance information if available
Total household annual income