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Presidential Disaster Declarations
A Presidential Disaster Declaration has been declared in Iowa for three separate weather events that span over multiple days. Below are the events and counties that can apply for Federal Individual Assistance programs:
April 26-27, 2024 Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Clarke, Harrison, Mills, Polk, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby, and Union Counties
FEMA DR-4779-IA
Application Deadline: August 23, 2024
May 20-31, 2024 Severe Storms
Adair, Adams, Cedar, Jasper, Montgomery, Polk, and Story Counties
FEMA DR-4784-IA
Application Deadline: August 23, 2024
June 16- July 23, 2024 Severe Storms, Flooding, Straight-line Winds, and Tornadoes
Buena Vista, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Humboldt, Lyon, Monona, O'Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Pottawattamie, Scott, Sioux, and Woodbury Counties
FEMA-DR-4796-IA
Application Deadline: October 22, 2024
FEMA Individual Assistance and State Program Overview
Dealing with the aftermath of a disaster can be overwhelming. If you're in need of assistance, view this helpful video that walks you through FEMA assistance & other programs that may be available.
Announcement of Initial Public Notice
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice to the public of its intent to provide financial assistance to the State of Iowa, local and Tribal governments, and eligible private nonprofit organizations under major disaster declarations FEMA-4779-4784-4796-DR-IA. This notice applies to the Individual Assistance (IA), Public Assistance (PA), and Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs implemented under the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as amended.
- Visit DisasterAssistance.gov
- Download and use the FEMA app
- Call FEMA directly at 800-621-FEMA (3362)
- FEMA works with every household on a case-by-case basis
Anyone using a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, can give FEMA the number for that service. For an accessible video on three ways to apply for FEMA assistance, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU7wzRjByhI
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How to Appeal a FEMA Decision
You can appeal any FEMA decision or award amount by sending documents that show you qualify and need more help, like estimates for repairs, receipts, bills, etc. Each decision letter you receive from FEMA explains types of documents that may help you appeal your FEMA’s decision or award amount for that type of assistance.
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