Federal Disaster Aid Approved for 21 Indiana Counties After Severe Storms
President Trump has approved a major disaster declaration for 21 Indiana counties following severe storms, tornadoes, a derecho, and flooding that began on August 11. This declaration makes federal disaster aid available to individuals and communities in the affected areas.…
Indianapolis, IN, August 26, 2026 —
WASHINGTON D.C. – President Donald Trump has declared a major disaster in 21 Indiana counties, authorizing federal aid for individuals and communities impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, a derecho, and flooding that began on August 11.
The severe weather event caused widespread destruction across the state, leading to multiple fatalities, injuries, and significant property damage. Hundreds of thousands of residents experienced power outages in the aftermath of the storms.
Governor Mike Braun had previously requested expedited federal assistance, emphasizing the substantial impact on Hoosiers and the urgent need for federal support to aid in recovery efforts.
The disaster declaration makes federal funding available to eligible individuals and public entities in the affected counties. This aid can help with costs associated with emergency protective measures and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities.
In addition to federal aid, a new resource has been launched to assist residents navigating the recovery process. The texting tool, IN211HELP, is now available to help individuals find disaster recovery resources in their communities.
The specific counties included in the disaster declaration were not detailed in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by By Casey Smith for Indiana Capital Chronicle on mirrorindy.org, see more information here.
