SEMA News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 07, 2026

Governor Kehoe Seeks Joint Federal, State, and Local Damage Assessments in Preparation for Federal Disaster Declaration Request

Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that Missouri has requested the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) participate in joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) in a total of 11 counties in response to tornadoes, record hail, straight-line winds, severe storms, and flooding. The joint teams will survey storm damage that occurred April 23 through April 28 in preparation for a potential request for federal disaster assistance.

“The State Emergency Management Agency’s regional coordinators have assisted local emergency managers with documenting extensive damage to public infrastructure, homes and businesses, and emergency response costs in the impacted communities,” Governor Kehoe said. “Initial damage reports have shown a clear need for a formal review by FEMA as part of the federal disaster declaration process.”

Continue reading the news release from Governor Kehoe's office here: https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-kehoe-seeks-join...



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