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Michigan Faces Flood Fallout as Disaster Aid Arrives
Michigan, USAFriday, July 3, 2026
President Trump has approved a federal disaster declaration for Michigan following a series of storms, snowmelt, and tornadoes.
The state’s governor announced the move on July 2, citing damage that stretched across 43 counties.
Federal Assistance
- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will send $33.3 million in public assistance grants to local governments and an electric cooperative.
- The funds target repairs from March’s extreme weather, which pushed rivers over their banks and stressed dams.
- The declaration unlocks both public and private funds, aiming to rebuild roads, restore power, and support families and small businesses that lost homes or income.
Governor’s Call to Action
The governor urged residents to:
- Apply for help through FEMA and the Small Business Administration (SBA).
- Seek assistance promptly to begin rebuilding lives.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| April 1 | Separate disaster declaration request made for tornado‑hit counties (still pending after FEMA denied in May). |
| April 10 | State emergency center opened to monitor statewide conditions. |
| April 13‑18 | Thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, wind damage, and flooded roads. |
| April 18 | Rivers rose; levees tested at Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex. |
| July 2 | Governor announces federal disaster declaration covering 27 counties (Alcona, Allegan, Cheboygan) for individual assistance; some counties receive full FEMA packages. |
How to Apply
- Online: disasterassistance.gov
- Phone: 1‑800‑621‑3362
- SBA loan applications are available online or by mail, with a low‑interest option for qualifying applicants.
Michigan officials emphasize resilience and collective progress as recovery continues.
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