After several storms hit the state of Rhode Island, including flooding and tornadoes, four months ago, President Joe Biden approved a major disaster declaration for the state, reported NBC affiliate WJAR.
The severe storms affected the Ocean State from Sept. 10 to Sept. 13, 2023.
The federal funding will be made available to affected residents in Providence County, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
The individual assistance can include grants for temporary housing, home repairs and disaster legal services, Gov. Dan McKee said Monday. The Small Business Administration assistance includes low-interest loans to help business owners recover from the September storm.
Residents and business owners who sustained losses in the designated areas can start applying for assistance by registering online at disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362.
