Pike County is one of 24 designated for Federal assistance, added to the list in late September.
Funds are in response to the storm system which produced shearing winds, tornadoes and flash flooding, starting the morning of Aug. 11.
Julie Johnson with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) said money is allocated to repair homes or property that have been damaged.
“Whether it's personal belongings or if it's your home that's been damaged, anything like that. It can also help with assistance for rental assistance if your home is unsafe.”
So far about $137 million have been supplied to affected families. This also includes rental property assistance.
Johnson said it could take a couple weeks for FEMA to contact applicants. Then an inspector will gather photos, or accept photos of the damage to make an assessment. Funds can be deposited as soon as four weeks after applying.
Johnson said funds also cover things like furnaces damaged by flooding — an emerging area of concern as temperatures drop.
“You want to make sure to check your furnace to make sure that it wasn't damaged, especially if you have a furnace that is in the basement that may have had some water damage. Make sure you turn it on and find out that it's working.”
Anyone who applies should make sure their phones accept incoming calls or text messages for out of state numbers.
The easiest way for Pike County/residents to apply is online or by phone at 800-621-3362 (TTY 800-462-7585).