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Missouri Gets Major Disaster Relief | Joplin News
President Trump just approved a major disaster declaration for 34 Missouri counties hit by catastrophic flash flooding, tornadoes, and straight-line winds between June 4th and 18th — including Dade, Jasper, Newton, and Vernon. This unlocks FEMA’s Public Assistance program, channeling over $32 million toward rebuilding public infrastructure like roads and bridges, plus emergency response costs. It’s Missouri’s second major federal disaster declaration this year — following April storms — and marks a critical first step toward recovery for communities still reeling from nature’s fury. Listen in…
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