Disaster News

Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Small Business Administration

March 2, 2009

Oklahoma residents affected by recent severe storms and tornadoes have been approved for nearly $882,000 dollars in federal grants for temporary housing and home repairs, state and federal officials announced today.

Recovery summary as of close of business March 1, 2009:

• 337 residents have registered for Individual Assistance in Oklahoma.
• $704,693 in Individual Assistance has been approved for temporary housing and home repairs.
• $177,230 has been approved for other disaster needs such as transportation, funeral, medical and dental expenses, moving and storage fees, and repair or replacement of personal property.
• 179 home inspections have been completed.
• 419 individuals have visited the Disaster Recovery Centers in Carter and Oklahoma counties.

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