CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Monday that President Donald J. Trump has approved West Virginia’s request for expedited Individual Assistance following the devastating floods that began July 21. The approval immediately unlocks a minimum of $4.5 million in federal aid for eligible residents in Lewis and Upshur counties, with additional counties still under FEMA review.
Morrisey said he personally spoke with President Trump to thank him for the rapid approval.
“Families in our hardest-hit communities have endured tremendous hardship, and this expedited approval will provide critical assistance as they begin the difficult process of rebuilding their lives,” Morrisey said. “Approximately $4.5 million is available now, and we expect that amount to grow as additional damage information is reviewed.”
The Governor also thanked West Virginia’s federal delegation — Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Jim Justice, and Representatives Carol Miller and Alex Mooney — for supporting the state’s request.
FEMA teams remain on the ground conducting damage assessments alongside state and local emergency officials. Five additional counties that applied for federal assistance are still under review.
The expedited approval provides immediate federal funding for eligible homeowners and renters while the broader disaster review continues. Emergency Management staff have been working daily with FEMA to document damage and accelerate the state’s request for further assistance.
