The disaster statement provides hope to the victims of floods in Western Virginia

Mingo County, W.Va. (Wchs) – News that a presidential disaster statement Finally, he was issued for four counties in Western Virginia, most hit by winter floods, bringing hope to victims who continue to deal with the consequences of severe weather.

McDowell, Mercer, Mingo and Wyoming counties have obtained a major disaster statement on Wednesday night from President Donald Trump. The movement provides individual assistance to the victims of eligible floods.

Emergency officials in Mingo County have asked for help to the federal government against the backdrop of 1977.

The small community in Lobata was particularly difficult. Housing Francis Keefer said some of her neighbors were relocated.

“I am going to go back because my mother fought for the place,” Keefer told Eyewitness News. “It gives people the hope that our needs are satisfied here.”

Keefer said that the 1977 flood took the family’s home. February and marked the first flood, which has ruined almost all her goods.

Logan and other counties at the request of the state are still taken into account by FEMA for a disaster statement.

The Agency said that the victims of floods could now Apply for online assistance Or call 800-621-3362.

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