Residents across nine Michigan counties hit by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding in August 2023 now have more time to seek federal aid as FEMA extends the application deadline to May 8th.
The affected counties include Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Kent, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, and Wayne. Homeowners and renters facing damages can apply for assistance through various channels, including online at DisasterAssistance.gov, via the FEMA mobile app, or by calling the FEMA helpline.
The assistance covers a range of needs, such as rental assistance, personal property damage, lodging reimbursement, and basic home repairs. FEMA emphasizes that only one application per household is permitted, and it does not cover lost food expenses or duplicate insurance payments. Survivors are urged to take advantage of this extended deadline to access crucial support for recovery.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
