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FEMA denies WA ‘bomb cyclone’ aid鈥攚hat it means for homeowners

Apr 15, 2025, 4:00 PM | Updated: 4:15 pm

Photo: A tree fell on a car on Northeast Seattle after a strom swept through the area....

A tree fell on a car on Northeast Seattle after a storm swept through the area. (Photo: James Lynch, 成人X站 Newsradio)

(Photo: James Lynch, 成人X站 Newsradio)

FEMA denied Washington State’s request for federal disaster relief following a “bomb cyclone” in November. However, this denial only affects funding for repairs to public infrastructure, such as utilities and highways. Individuals seeking assistance can still access various forms of aid.

Those who applied for help to repair their homes or businesses through the will not be affected by FEMA鈥檚 decision. The SBA has already issued $12 million in disaster loans to assist individuals and businesses impacted by the storm.

While the deadline to apply for aid related to physical damage has passed, businesses and nonprofits still have until Sept. 23 to apply for SBA assistance with working capital needs. Additionally, state relief funds are available for residents in King, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties. To access these funds, individuals should contact their local

FEMA denies Washington’s request

On January 14, Washington requested federal disaster assistance to address the severe damage caused by the storm to highways, public utilities, and power infrastructure. Nearly three months later, on Friday, FEMA rejected the request in a letter to former Governor Jay Inslee. The agency cited that additional federal aid 鈥渋s not warranted,鈥 without providing further explanation.

In response to the denial, Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson said the state鈥檚 application met all of FEMA鈥檚 criteria. He criticized the federal government鈥檚 decision to withhold assistance, as reported by 成人X站 7.

Earlier this year, former Governor Jay Inslee authorized state funding to assist residents recovering from the disaster. Inslee had activated after determining that the state did not qualify for FEMA鈥檚 Individual Assistance program.

Contributing: Julia Dallas, MyNorthwest; 成人X站 7

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