P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;} *OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR*  
*Governor Kim Reynolds *★ *Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer*      
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, June 18, 2026  
MEDIA CONTACT: Heather Nahas, (515) 415-8303, [email protected] 
   *Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for two counties in response to severe weather*  DES MOINES— Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Cass and Decatur Counties in response to severe weather that occurred on June 5, 2026, and continuing.   Governor Reynolds’ proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of these storms and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Advocacy Program for the affected counties. The proclamation is effective immediately and will remain in effect for 30 days unless terminated or extended.  The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants up to $7,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of personal property or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery.   The Disaster Case Advocacy Program addresses serious needs related to disaster-related hardship, injury, or adverse conditions. Disaster case advocates work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice, and referrals to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor's proclamation.   The Disaster Assistance Request Form and instructions can be found on the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management website: _homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance_ [ [link removed] ].  For more information on disaster-related programs and resources available to Iowans, visit the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management website, _homelandsecurity.iowa.gov_ [ [link removed] ]. To learn more about the types of disasters that can occur in Iowa and for preparedness information, visit _ready.iowa.gov_ [ [link removed] ].       # # #  

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