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Iowa Governor Issues Disaster Proclamations, Activating State Aid Programs

Steady: 1 in the last 7 days Updated tuesday

The latest in this situation

  1. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for storm damage in Shelby County.

How it started

8 reports, 4 independent, last reported Jul 7. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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Governor Kim Reynolds issued disaster proclamations for various counties in Iowa following severe storms. Proclamations covered areas including Jasper, Osceola, Polk, and Story Counties after weather starting on June 29th, and also covered Adams, Madison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Taylor, Union, Dubuque, and Wapello Counties after storms on June 5th. These proclamations activate the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Iowa Disaster Case Advocacy Program for eligible residents.

From iheart.com, swiowanewssource.com

Why it matters

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The proclamations allow state resources to be used in recovery efforts for households impacted by the severe weather. The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program offers up to $7,000 to qualifying households for expenses such as temporary housing, home repair, and car repair. The Disaster Case Advocacy Program connects affected households with resources to plan their recovery.

From iheart.com, swiowanewssource.com

Who's involved

  • Kim ReynoldsGovernor of Iowa who issued the disaster proclamations
  • IowaState of Iowa, where the disaster proclamations were issued

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How it developed

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  1. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for storm damage in Shelby County.Sub-event
  2. The Governor commented on the state's loss of life following the ongoing disaster affecting various counties in Iowa.Sub-event
  3. State resources are being made available for damage assessment and assuring resources for impacted areas in Ankeny and Polk County.Sub-event
  4. Governor Kim Reynolds issues a disaster proclamation for affected counties in Iowa, including Decatur.1 source
  5. Governor Kim Reynolds declared a disaster in Wapello County and other Iowa counties.1 source
  6. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for multiple southern Iowa counties.1 source

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