Governor Announces Fed Aid for Tropical Storm Lee
September 14, 2011
GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES FEDERAL DISASTER AID APPROVED FOR COUNTIES AFFECTED BY RECENT TROPICAL STORM LEE FLOODING
Individual Assistance for Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego and Tioga Counties Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced yesterday that federal disaster assistance is now available for homeowners, renters and small businesses in five counties affected by the recent flooding sustained by the remnants of Tropical Storm Lee.
"The recent flooding caused widespread damage across the Southern Tier, and I thank FEMA for their prompt decision to help New Yorkers recover," Governor Cuomo said. "Throughout the past weeks the federal government has been a critical partner in our response to the recent storm damage inflicted by both Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. All residents and small businesses who have suffered losses should call FEMA's registration number –
1-800-621-3362, or
register online as soon as possible."
Go here for the full press release on
federal disaster aid for counties affected by Tropical Storm Lee.