Event Brief
FEMA approves $34M for Tennessee storm recovery
Filed: Jun 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: FEMA OKs $34M for Tennessee recovery projects tied to Hurricane Helene and the January 2026 winter storm.
WHO: FEMA and Tennessee state agencies; local governments and utilities in affected areas
WHAT: Federal disaster aid approved for recovery projects, with costs reimbursed at least 75% federal match
WHEN: Jun 17, 2026 at 8:58 AM ET
WHERE: Tennessee
WHY: Recovery from flooding and storm damage caused by Hurricane Helene in East Tennessee and a January 2026 winter storm
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