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Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana. What that Means
The declaration releases federal funding for individual aid in 21 counties and public assistance in 11 as damage estimates top $550 million.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for 21 Indiana counties battered by mid-August storms and historic flooding, Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced.
- Severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding began August 11, 2026, and Braun requested the expedited declaration after state officials completed initial damage assessments earlier than expected.
- Officials reported eight deaths and three injuries, with 44 structures destroyed and 959 sustaining major damage; property damage estimates range from roughly $550 million to more than $5 billion.
- Individual assistance is available for 21 counties and public assistance for emergency work in 11 counties, allowing residents to "apply for much-needed federal assistance," Braun said.
- State officials continue reviewing damage data for additional counties potentially eligible for aid, while Braun is calling for an investigation into Northern Indiana Public Service Co. over its response to widespread power outages.
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IN Major Disaster Declaration Approved
(Indianapolis, IN) – Gov. Mike Braun announced late Tuesday that President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for Indiana following severe storms and flooding earlier this month. The approval makes both individual and public assistance available in multiple counties. Franklin, Decatur and Dearborn counties are among those receiving assistance to individuals and households. In addition, Franklin County is included among those rece…
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