In the wake of Tropical Storm Fay, the Department of Labor approved a grant of up to $20 million to the state of Florida.
Eight million dollars is available immediately to the Sunshine State, and 6,500 relief effort jobs will be created to help with recovery. If the state is still in need of additional funds, the money will be sent their way.
On August 21st, FEMA recognized that all Florida counties are eligible for their assistance program.
For a state that is all too familiar with weather and storm damage, Florida is being given aid at a time when it arguably needs it more than ever. The state’s economy and job market were struggling prior to Fay’s arrival, and many people would not be able to rebound without a little help.
Relief efforts will include everything from clean-up and rebuilding to providing food, shelter, and clothing to those displaced by the storm’s damage.
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