Iowa Governor Culver Adds Dubuque, Marion Counties To Disaster Proclamation

Action comes after severe weather moved through the state overnight

May 30, 2008 -- DES MOINES – Today, Iowa Governor Chet Culver has issued a disaster proclamation for Dubuque and Marion Counties following a series of severe storms that moved through the state last night.

Flooding in Ames, Iowa, May 30, 2008: Photo by Sarah Serendipity (CC)

"For the second time in less than a week, severe storms have once again hit our state," said Governor Culver. "State government stands ready to do its part to help those individuals in Dubuque and Marion Counties who have been affected by these storms.”

Overnight, severe weather hit every corner of the state. Marion County sustained damage from high winds that moved throughout the area. In Dubuque County, the storms produced heavy rains that have flooded low-lying areas.

The Governor's disaster declaration allows local officials to better utilize state resources in response to any severe weather.

In addition, the Governor's proclamation activates Iowa's individual disaster assistance program. Iowa’s individual disaster assistance program helps people with low incomes. Iowans with household incomes of up to 130 percent of federal poverty guidelines may apply for a grant of up to $3,300 to help recover from flood damage. The governor emphasized that this is a reimbursement program, meaning that applicants must include receipts when applying for help.

The grant application and step-by-step instructions on how to fill it out are found on the front page of the Department of Human Services website: http://dhs.iowa.gov/ . Look for the words "Storm Help”, or call toll-free (877) 937-3663 to find out more.

Source: Iowa Governor

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