FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA has approved nearly $3 million in federal funding to reimburse Hopkins County for debris removal, as a result of the Dec. 10-11, 2021, tornadoes.
FEMA approved $2,919,033 for debris removal throughout Hopkins County for the periods of Dec. 10 through 26, 2021 and Jan. 27 through June 10, 2022. During this time period, contractors removed 143,385 cubic yards of debris throughout Hopkins County that posed a threat to public health and safety.
This project was funded at a 90% cost share. This means FEMA reimburses applicants at 90% of eligible costs with the remaining 10% covered by the Commonwealth.
FEMA obligates funding for these projects directly to the Commonwealth. It is the Commonwealth’s responsibility to ensure the eligible sub-recipients receive these awards. Following the Commonwealth's review process and upon receipt of appropriate documentation, it will reimburse the sub-recipients.
FEMA’s Public Assistance program provides grants to state, tribal and local governments and certain types of private nonprofit organizations, including eligible houses of worship.
For more information on Kentucky’s recovery from the tornadoes, visit fema.gov/disaster/4630. Follow FEMA on Twitter at FEMA Region 4 (@femaregion4) / Twitter and at facebook.com/fema.