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flag FEMA won't lead St. Louis tornado cleanup but will fund 75% of debris removal; state will hire contractors, city will secure access.

flag 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. flag 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. flag The Missouri General Assembly allocated $100 million for relief, though specific spending on debris removal is still being determined. flag The state will hire contractors to handle the work, while the city will secure property access rights. flag FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will provide on-site support. flag The tornado caused five deaths and extensive damage across thousands of buildings.

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