Apr 3, 2024 - News

Deadline extended for Metro Detroit storm assistance

Annalise Frank

Illustration of a storm destroying a roof made from a one hundred dollar bill — Illustration: Annelise Capossela/Axios

The deadline has been extended for homeowners and renters with damage caused during the Aug. 24-26 storms last year to apply for financial assistance from FEMA.

The big picture: Residents in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties — plus some other counties across Michigan — now have until May 8 to apply.

Between the lines: FEMA provides grant money for some needs not covered by insurance, including:

Rental assistance for those forced to relocate due to storm damage.
Personal property ruined in the storm.
Hotel lodging.
"Basic" home repair.

FEMA doesn't cover food spoiled due to electrical outages.

How it works: Residents can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA mobile app or call (800) 621-3362. FEMA also has a video on how to apply.

FEMA only accepts one application per household.

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