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FEMA individual assistance approved for Cherokee, Buena Vista, O'Brien counties
Cherokee, Buena Vista and O’Brien Counties have been approved for individual assistance under the FEMA Major Disaster Declaration. Governor Kim Reynolds announced the approval Friday afternoon. FEMA approved public assistance for Cherokee last month, which provides aid to cover city losses. The individual assistance will support residential properties. FEMA...
North West REC Announces Business Disaster Loan Program
Orange City, Iowa – A northwest Iowa rural electric coop has announced that they are activating a business disaster loan program. Officials with North West REC , based in Orange City say that one of the Touchstone Energy core values is “Commitment to Community,” and as a Touchstone Energy electric cooperative, North West REC officials tell us they are pleased to partner with area communities and counties to provide assistance to small businesses who have been impacted by the recent flooding event.
Sheldon Residents Urged To Report Any Flood Damage, No Matter How Small
Sheldon, Iowa — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) isn’t convinced that O’Brien County has suffered enough damage to be included in their declaration. That from Sheldon Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director, Wayne Barahona. He tells us they need to spread the word to all those in...
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