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FEMA won't lead St. Louis tornado cleanup but will fund 75% of debris removal; state will hire contractors, city will secure access.
The federal government has declined to directly manage the cleanup after a May 16 EF-3 tornado devastated St. Louis, opting instead to provide financial support and technical assistance.
FEMA will cover 75% of eligible private property debris removal costs, with the state covering the remaining 25%, and has approved a lump sum for the effort.
The Missouri General Assembly allocated $100 million for relief, though specific spending on debris removal is still being determined.
The state will hire contractors to handle the work, while the city will secure property access rights.
FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will provide on-site support.
The tornado caused five deaths and extensive damage across thousands of buildings.
FEMA no liderará la limpieza del tornado de St. Louis, pero financiará el 75% de la remoción de escombros; el estado contratará contratistas, la ciudad asegurará el acceso.