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FEMA relief available for April storm survivors in West Tennessee

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Jun 20, 2025
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FEMA-Migrant Funding — FILE - A sign for the Federal Emergency Management Agency is pictured at FEMA headquarters, April 20, 2020, in Washington. (Al Drago/The New York Times via AP, Pool)
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FILE - A sign for the Federal Emergency Management Agency is pictured at FEMA headquarters, April 20, 2020, in Washington. (Al Drago/The New York Times via AP, Pool)
Al Drago

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - FEMA aid is now available for people in West Tennessee who were impacted by a tornado that swept through the area in April.

The storms killed seven people in Selmer, Grand Junction and rural Fayette County.

President Trump approved on Thursday the disaster declaration, opening up a 60-day period for storm survivors to apply for the federal help.

To apply for the federal relief, visit here. You can also can the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 for further assistance.

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