Presidential Disaster Declaration issued for Ohio [Video]

OHIO, USA — A Presidential Disaster Declaration has been issued for the state of Ohio after destructive tornadoes impacted several counties in March.

The declaration was issued for Auglaize, Crawford, Darke, Delaware, Hancock, Licking, Logan, Mercer, Miami, Richland and Union counties.

Gov. Mike DeWine sent a letter to President Joe Biden on March 29, 2024, requesting a federal disaster declaration.

The FEMA assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, rental assistance and replacement of personal property to help homeowners and renters recover from the effects of the disaster.  

The Presidential Disaster Declaration also allows the Small Business Administration to offer low-interest loans to cover uninsured property losses for homeowners, renters and business owners impacted by the tornadoes.

“Ohio EMA and my administration have worked tirelessly to advocate on behalf of the victims of …