Sentence examples for declaration of a disaster from inspiring English sources

HUD Secretary Ben Carson said President Trump's declaration of a disaster in 18 Texas counties will allow the department to offer mortgage and foreclosure relief, among other types of assistance.

The government said the declaration of a disaster in the regions of Tarapaca, Arica and Parinacota was aimed at "avoiding instances of looting and disorder".

Declaration of a local disaster would be the first step toward asking for Federal disaster relief.

In Kenya, activists and politicians have called for a declaration of a national disaster to confront the twin epidemics.

They then create a classroom wall chart, detailing the roles of the various individuals and agencies involved after the declaration of a "major disaster".

The Secretary shall, subject to the availability of appropriations, provide loans under this section to institutions of higher education after the declaration of a major disaster or emergency by the President.

It was the largest declaration of a national disaster and was intended to speed relief to about a third of the country's farmers and ranchers who are suffering in drought conditions.

President Obama's declaration of a major disaster in several South Carolina counties on Monday opened the door to federal funds for homeowners and renters under Fema's individual assistance program, by which those affected can get financial short-term help with rent or essential repairs not covered by insurance.

The hurricane left $40 million in damage and 16 deaths, which prompted the declaration of a federal disaster area.

Damage in Virginia was estimated at over $118 million 20066 USD), prompting the declaration of a federal disaster area.

Financial impacts to public, private and commercial properties will total about $25 million, according to the city, which issued a declaration of local disaster emergency asking for state assistance that included a request to seek federal help.