*Missouri Governor — Michael L. Parson*

Office of Communications

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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *

November 26, 2024

*Governor Parson Requests Federal Disaster Declaration in Response to Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Flooding *

*(JEFFERSON CITY, MO)* – Today, Governor Mike Parson requested that President Joe Biden approve a major disaster declaration to provide federal assistance in 14 counties in response to the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred November 3 - 9, 2024, resulting in significant damage to public infrastructure.

“For the past week, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has been working in close coordination with our federal and local partners to document damage in the impacted areas,” *Governor Parson* said. “We are confident that federal assistance will be forthcoming and appreciate all the work that’s already been done by SEMA, local responders, and partner agencies to help these communities recover.”

Joint damage assessments conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), SEMA, and local emergency managers estimate nearly $45 million in infrastructure damage and emergency response costs are eligible for federal assistance.

Governor Parson is requesting Public Assistance for the following counties: *Carter*, *Crawford*, *Dent*, *Douglas*, *Howell*, *Oregon*, *Ozark*, *Phelps*, *Pulaski*, *Reynolds*, *Shannon*, *Texas*, *Washington*, and *Wright*.

If approved, Public Assistance would allow local governments and qualifying nonprofit agencies to seek federal assistance for reimbursement of emergency response and recovery costs, including repair and replacement of damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure.

On Tuesday, November 5, Governor Parson issued Executive Order 24-14 [ [link removed] ] declaring a state of emergency and activating the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan, which allows state agencies to coordinate directly with local jurisdictions in order to provide assistance.

SEMA continues to coordinate with local officials, fellow state agencies, and volunteer and faith-based partners to identify needs and assist impacted families and individuals. Missourians with unmet needs are encouraged to contact United Way by dialing 2-1-1 or the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

For additional resources and information about disaster recovery in Missouri, including general clean-up information, housing assistance, and mental health services, please visit recovery.mo.gov [ [link removed] ].

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*Contact: Johnathan Shiflett*

Deputy Communications Director/Press Secretary 

Mobile: 573-508-4323

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.governor.mo.gov

 
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