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Mississippi's Storm Recovery: 29 Dead, $20M Approved for Aid

2/7/2026

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Mississippi's recovery from Winter Storm Fern continues as the death toll reaches 29 and over 23,000 lose power.
Governor Tate Reeves has requested a major disaster declaration for all counties with verified damage.
The Mississippi Senate approved a $20 million MEMA appropriation, while the House may favor direct funding to local governments.
Federal aid includes $39.1 million approved by U.S. President Donald Trump and $3.75 million from FEMA.

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Story summary

Mississippi's recovery from Winter Storm Fern continues as the death toll reaches 29 and over 23,000 lose power.
Governor Tate Reeves has requested a major disaster declaration for all counties with verified damage.
The Mississippi Senate approved a $20 million MEMA appropriation, while the House may favor direct funding to local governments.
Federal aid includes $39.1 million approved by U.S. President Donald Trump and $3.75 million from FEMA.