Tag: Saline

The Kansas Division of Emergency Management has requested FEMA conduct Preliminary Damage Assessments following severe storms from April 26-27. Affected counties include Cherokee, Morris, Osage, Saline, and Wabaunsee. The assessments aim to evaluate damage to public infrastructure, ultimately guiding federal disaster assistance and long-term recovery efforts for affected communities.

Governor Laura Kelly has requested a major presidential disaster declaration from FEMA for Public Assistance due to severe thunderstorms, winds, tornadoes, and flooding from July 17-22, 2025. This federal support is crucial for rebuilding damaged infrastructure in affected counties, including Barton, Comanche, and Wyandotte.