Bennie G. Thompson

06/25/2024 | Press release | Archived content

Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces More Than $1 Million Approved for April Tornado Survivors in Mississippi

Bolton, MS- Congressman Bennie G. Thompson is pleased to announce that more than $1.3 million in FEMA assistance has been approved for survivors of the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred in Mississippi from April 8-11, 2024. This approval comes just two weeks after a federal disaster declaration was issued for the state.

These vital grants will help pay for uninsured and underinsured losses and storm-related damage to eligible homeowners and renters in Hancock, Hinds, Humphreys, Madison, Neshoba, and Scott counties. The approved assistance includes:

  • More than $906,000 in Housing Assistance:This funding will help cover costs for home repairs, home replacement, and rental assistance for those whose homes were damaged or destroyed.
  • More than $476,000 in Other Needs Assistance:This aid will support personal property replacement and address other serious storm-related needs such as moving and storage fees, transportation, childcare, and medical and dental expenses.

Survivors of the April storms have until August 9, 2024, to apply for assistance.

"I am grateful for the swift action taken by FEMA to approve these much-needed funds for the survivors of the devastating April storms," said Congressman Thompson. "This financial assistance will provide crucial support to those who have experienced significant losses and help them begin the process of rebuilding their lives and communities. I encourage all eligible residents to apply for assistance before the August 9 deadline."