Tag: Storm Damage

Governor Kelly Requests a Declaration of Major Presidential Disaster

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.

Governor Kelly requests major presidential disaster declaration

Governor Laura Kelly requested a presidential disaster declaration from FEMA due to extensive damage from severe weather events in March 2025. The damage affected utility infrastructure, roads, bridges, and government buildings. She emphasized the need for federal support to assist in rebuilding efforts through the Public Assistance Program.

Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative Provides Restoration Update

Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative is addressing extensive power outages caused by a severe storm on March 19th, impacting members' services. Restoration efforts face delays due to muddy conditions despite favorable weather. Various substations are at different stages of restoration, with ongoing communication to members about timelines and challenges in the recovery process.

Storm season insurance claims cost $442 million in 2023

Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt released 2023 storm damage claims data. With 147,710 claims, insurance companies paid out $442,822,099.11. The Department gathered data from property and casualty insurance companies, offering a county breakdown online. For claims assistance, contact Kansas Department of Insurance at 1-800-432-2484 or insurance.kansas.gov.

Consumer Alert: Storm damage could attract illegal contractors

TOPEKA – (July 19, 2023) – Kansas Attorney General Kris W. Kobach’s office is urging residents in areas damaged...

Fort Riley Provides Storm Damage Update

The Dec. 15 damaging wind event, which impacted the region, damaged more than 80 facilities and numerous homes on...

Fort Riley Assessing Damage From High Winds

Fort Riley officials are assessing the aftermath of a damaging wind event earlier today. Reports include downed power lines...

Linn School Patrons Discuss Football Program; Gym Construction

By Bruce Dierking - KNDY News Patrons of the Linn School attended a recent public meeting to gauge support for...