Major Disaster Declarations and FEMA

On February 24, 2025, President Trump approved Governor Beshear’s request for a “major disaster declaration” in several Kentucky counties. This allows individuals living in these counties to apply for FEMA financial assistance. For an overview of the types of assistance that are available, please visit this link on FEMA's website. 

Click here to read the disaster declaration.

You may also be eligible for a low-interest loan from the Small Business Administration to assist with rebuilding your home. To view a fact sheet about SBA loans and apply for a loan, visit this link on SBA's website. 

As of Match 3, 2025, residents of the following counties are eligible for FEMA financial assistance and SBA loans: Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harland, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, and Simpson.

 To apply for FEMA assistance, visit www.DisasterAssistance.gov or visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). 

THE CURRENT DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR FEMA ASSISTANCE AND SBA LOANS IS APRIL 25, 2025.  

Disaster Recovery Center Locations 

This list was updated on 2/28/25. 

Martin County  

Martin County Library, 180 E Main St, Inez, KY 41224 

Hours of Operation 

Perry County 

Hazard Community College, 1 Community College Dr., Hazard, KY 41701 

Hours of Operation 

Pike County 
Pike County Library, 126 Lee Ave., Pikeville, KY 41051 

Hours of Operation 

Belfry Branch Library, 24371 U.S. Hwy. 119 N., Belfry, KY 41514 

Hours of Operation 

Please visit our “Disaster 101” hub (under construction) for additional information about FEMA and SBA.