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South Dakota Office of Emergency Management coordinates response efforts in a state of emergency and for disasters. The South Dakota Office of Emergency Management offers disaster recovery resources for individuals, businesses and emergency managers.

Oct 16, 2024 · In the two months since President Biden’s major disaster declaration for South Dakota, federal agencies have approved more than $14.7 million in grants and loans to assist in recovery.

Jan 21, 2025 · DENVER – This week, FEMA approved South Dakota’s Mitigation Plan. For the first time the plan meets the criteria for “enhanced” status, signifying the state’s commitment to hazard mitigation and making the state eligible for increased federal mitigation funding. South Dakota will be the second state in FEMA Region VIII and the thirteenth nationwide to …

Through mitigation, the South Dakota Office of Emergency Management develops plans, programs and services to reduce or eliminate loss if the same disaster occurs again.

Sep 10, 2024 · The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved 283 applications totaling $3.5 million in assistance for Union County residents, which includes the McCook Lake area devastated by a record flood on June 23. The county’s aid makes it the largest recipient in the state following late June’s severe storms across southeastern South Dakota.

Sep 5, 2024 · CANTON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Since August 15, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) have been working in four South Dakota counties. The assistance comes …

Sep 12, 2024 · The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has distributed over $6 million in aid to South Dakotans after late-June storms, with Union County receiving the largest share. Many residents are facing challenges with home repairs and finding temporary housing.

Aug 16, 2024 · South Dakotans have 60 days from Aug. 15 to apply for assistance from FEMA. Harold Timmerman, Lincoln County Emergency Management Coordinator, said that there were three ways to apply for...

South Dakota is in FEMA's Region 8. Visit our Contact Us page to find phone numbers, email addresses, and other contact information specific to this location. In the event of a disaster or emergency, FEMA's social media channels can be a good source of up-to-the-minute information. @FEMARegion8.