Many homeowners assume they can collect federal disaster assistance if a flood occurs but it is only offered when the president declares a major disaster which only happens in half of all flooding situations. (ftmyers2.greatflorida.com)
Many people hope that in the event of a flood, they will be able to apply for and receive federal disaster assistance. (trustedchoice.com)
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy says he expects the number of applications from Connecticut businesses and homeowners for federal disaster assistance following Superstorm Sandy will surpass those filed after last year's Tropical Storm Irene. (wamc.org)