FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – New York Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm
FEMA Alert
March 15, 2023
FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of New York to supplement state and local recovery efforts in areas affected by a severe winter storm and snowstorm from December 23-28, 2022. The following areas have been approved for assistance:
Individual Assistance:
- Erie
- Niagara
Public Assistance:
- Erie
- Genesee
- Niagara
- St. Lawrence
- Suffolk
***Please note: Individual Assistance is ONLY available in the form of funeral assistance to affected individuals in Erie and Niagara counties. Local and state officials will work together with FEMA to identify those who have incurred funeral related expenses as a result of this weather event.
New York Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm (DR-4694-NY)
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New York
Additional Resources
FEMA’s web site
FEMA’s Disaster Declaration Process
Safeguard Properties Industry Alerts
VA’s Policy Regarding Natural Disasters