Governor issues disaster proclamation for Floyd County in response to severe weather

To The Press

Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Floyd County in response to severe storms that occurred on Tuesday, Aug. 27, and thereafter when high winds and torrential rain moved through the area.

The proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.

The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants up to $7,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses.

Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery.

The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management website homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to apply.

The Disaster Case Advocacy Program addresses serious needs related to disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse conditions. Disaster case advocates work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referrals to obtain a service or resource.

There are no income eligibility requirements for this program. It closes 180 days from the date of the governor’s proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Advocacy Program, contact your local community action agency or visit iowacommunityaction.org.

For more information on disaster-related programs and resources available to Iowans, visit DisasterRecovery.iowa.gov. You can also find additional resources for preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery on the Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Department website, Homelandsecurity.iowa.gov.

Both websites offer information for those affected by disasters, including guidance and assistance resources.