New York Governor declares disaster emergency for Suffolk County due to severe flooding, submits federal aid request.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a disaster emergency for Suffolk County due to severe flooding from record rainfall, damaging roads, businesses, and homes, breaching local dams. A federal Emergency Declaration request is submitted for support, and an emergency repair program from New York Homes and Community Renewal helps homeowners with uninsured health and safety-related repairs. FEMA provides reimbursement for debris removal and protective measures, and insurance assistance is available through the Department of Financial Services.

August 23, 2024
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