Bluefield Beckley Oak Hill, WV, October 7, 2026 — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that federal disaster assistance is now available to individuals and communities impacted by the flooding that occurred in August. This declaration makes funding available to help with recovery efforts in West Virginia.

Specifically, the federal funding has been approved for three counties: Fayette, Harrison, and Kanawha. The assistance is intended to aid those affected by the severe flooding that took place during August.

The specific types of assistance available through FEMA typically include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to assist individuals and business owners recovering from the disaster. The exact scope and eligibility for assistance depend on the damage assessment conducted by the agency.

Details regarding the application process, eligibility requirements, and the types of damages covered will be made available to residents in the designated counties. Information on how to register for assistance is expected to be released shortly through FEMA’s official channels and local emergency management agencies.

The August flooding caused significant disruption and damage in affected areas. The declaration by FEMA signifies a commitment to support the recovery and rebuilding process for residents and communities in Fayette, Harrison, and Kanawha counties. Further information on the disaster declaration, including available programs and registration deadlines, will be communicated as it becomes available.

The contractor’s name was not provided in the announcement. The specific timeline of when the flooding occurred within August was not detailed, nor were the precise impacts or damage amounts that prompted the federal declaration beyond general flooding.


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