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Governor Beshear Requests Federal Aid for Flood Recovery

5/2/2025

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Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky is urgently seeking federal aid from President Trump for 16 counties devastated by April's floods. Additionally, he has requested public assistance for 64 counties with confirmed damages. To support recovery efforts, FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers are now operational in 13 counties, offering residents a lifeline through DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling FEMA for aid.

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Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky is urgently seeking federal aid from President Trump for 16 counties devastated by April's floods. Additionally, he has requested public assistance for 64 counties with confirmed damages. To support recovery efforts, FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers are now operational in 13 counties, offering residents a lifeline through DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling FEMA for aid.