Federal, state and local leaders held a briefing on tornado recovery efforts on Tuesday afternoon in Selma. alnews selma alabamanewsnetwork
Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency say so far, more than 900 people have applied for federal help in Autauga and Dallas counties. They expect that number to rise.on Sunday, only those in Autauga and Dallas counties are eligible for this aid. But Alabama EMA Director Jeff Smitherman says as more damage assessments are made, it is likely that people in other counties will be added.
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt and U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell share a hug as they address tornado recovery efforts in Selma, Tuesday, January 17, 2023 – Alabama News Network– Download the FEMA app on your phoneFEMA says people can get financial help as soon as 24-48 hours after registering. Representatives say if there is a paperwork error, the claim might be denied but to be patient and to contact FEMA for help with the process.“We’re a resilient people here in Selma,” U.S. Rep.
They were joined by Alabama’s new U.S. Sen. Katie Britt . Sewell said Britt is having a “trial by fire” as they both pledged to work together in Alabama and Washington to help with recovery efforts. “I just want to say thank you,” Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr. said as he outlined ways in which the tornado hurt Selma beyond the visible damage.
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