HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Residents in Christian County who were impacted by the April floods only have a few days left to apply for flood assistance from FEMA. After a monthlong extension, July 25 is the last day to seek financial aid for flood recovery efforts.

Over a foot of rain fell in early April that led to widespread flooding, resulting in millions of gallons of water being pumped out of neighborhoods and long-term damage to structures leaving families displaced in Oak Grove. FEMA arrived to assess damage in the county within weeks of the flood after a disaster declaration was signed. At the end of June, Christian County Emergency Management shared that over $3 million had already been approved throughout the county, with 404 residents submitting applications.

People who suffered damage or losses from the flood event in Christian County qualify for individual and household assistance. Claims can be submitted online at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA mobile app, or by contacting the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362.

According to Kentucky Emergency Managment, applicants will need to provide the following information.

  • Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying.
  • Your Social Security number.
  • A general list of damage and losses.
  • Banking information if you choose direct deposit.
  • If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name.

Applicants should also keep their contact information updated, since FEMA may need to call and schedule a home inspection or get more information. Kentucky Emergency Management also shared that disaster assistance is not a substitute for insurance and is not intended to compensate for all losses. It’s intended to meet basic needs and supplement disaster recovery efforts.

In person assistance from FEMA in Hopkinsville is no longer available, but Christian County Emergency Management will advise those seeking assistance. They can be contacted at 270-887-6253 to answer and any questions or provide guidance on first steps.

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