Biden approves major disaster declaration for Wyoming after wildfires

CHEYENNE (WNE) — FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Wyoming to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from Aug. 21-31.

Public assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the wildfires in Campbell and Johnson counties.

Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.

Dolph A. Diemont has been named as the federal coordinating officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area. Additional designations may be made at a later date, if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further assessments.

This story was published on November 15, 2024.