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Grassley Urges FEMA to Grant Federal Assistance After Widespread Flooding

Press Release

Date: June 10, 2008
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: National Security


GRASSLEY URGES FEMA TO GRANT FEDERAL ASSISTANCE AFTER WIDESPREAD FLOODING

Senator Chuck Grassley today sent a letter to the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, David Paulison, asking for prompt consideration of any additional requests by the State of Iowa for federal assistance following heavy rains and severe flooding throughout much of Iowa.

"Nearly one third of Iowa is already underwater and water levels continue to rise. Iowans are working day and night to protect their communities from the flood waters, but more help is needed," Grassley said. "Quick approval of any needed assistance would go a long ways in helping thousands of Iowans recover from these historic storms."

Butler, Black Hawk, Buchanan and Delaware have already been declared Presidential Disaster Areas due to the tornado that swept through just two weeks ago. Because of this emergency situation, additional counties can be added to the original declaration as warranted. This allows for a streamlined process as more information becomes available on the extent of the damage.


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