Tag: severe_storms

Connecticut Faces Multi-Day Power Restoration After Severe Storms

5 Jul 2026 1:27 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont reports severe storms caused widespread power outages, with restoration potentially taking days. Canadian crews are assisting, and residents are urged to prioritize safety and check on neighbors amidst ongoing recovery efforts.

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President Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Michigan

2 Jul 2026 4:31 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

President Trump has approved Michigan's major disaster declaration for 43 counties hit by severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes in April. This unlocks federal aid for recovery, with Governor Whitmer urging affected residents to apply for assistance.

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Fairfax County Offers Free Emergency Preparedness Webinar Tonight

1 Jul 2026 8:17 a.m. · Source: Fairfax County Emergency Information

Fairfax County's DEMS offers a free webinar tonight, July 1, at 7 p.m., covering severe storms, emergency alerts, and disaster recovery. No registration is needed for this monthly preparedness event.

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Severe Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages in Fairfax County

22 Jun 2026 8:07 p.m. · Source: Fairfax County Emergency Information

Severe storms hit Fairfax County, leaving over 25,000 Dominion customers without power. Burke was heavily impacted. Residents are advised to report outages and downed trees, and call 9-1-1 for life-safety emergencies.

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Arkansas Governor Authorizes Additional $50,000 for Storm Recovery

19 Jun 2026 5:55 p.m. · Source: Arkansas Governor

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has authorized an additional $50,000 from the state's disaster fund to support recovery efforts in Arkansas following severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that occurred in March 2025.

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Gov. Pillen Requests Federal Disaster Aid for Nebraska Storm Damage

18 Jun 2026 12:27 p.m. · Source: Office of Nebraska Governor

Governor Pillen seeks federal disaster aid for Nebraska after severe May storms caused over $4.9 million in damage across eight counties. The request includes funding for public infrastructure and hazard mitigation efforts.

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Gov. Pillen Seeks FEMA Extension for May Storm Disaster Declaration

11 Jun 2026 4:52 p.m. · Source: Office of Nebraska Governor

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has requested a 30-day extension from FEMA to submit a major disaster declaration for severe May storms. The extension, if granted, would allow more time to compile damage assessments from affected areas.

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Arkansas Governor Allocates Additional Funds for 2024 Storm Recovery

29 May 2026 2:19 p.m. · Source: Arkansas Governor

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has authorized $439,613.26 from Arkansas's Disaster Response and Recovery Fund to assist political subdivisions affected by severe storms and flooding on January 22, 2024, covering program and administrative costs.

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