(WNY News Now) – Governor Hochul Announces Low-Interest Loans to Aid Recovery Following Severe Weather. Governor Kathy Hochul announced federal assistance is available to New Yorkers in Steuben County and the contiguous counties of Allegany, Chemung, Livingston, Ontario, Schuyler and Yates which were impacted by severe weather related to Tropical Storm Debby from Aug. 8-10, 2024. Eligible homeowners, renters and businesses can now apply for U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest loans to aid in recovery from storms that caused significant damage to homes and businesses.