"DeSantis requests federal aid and disaster declaration for Fort Lauderdale flooding"
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will request that the Biden administration declare Broward County a disaster area due to flooding caused by record rainfall earlier this month. If granted, the declaration would make residents and local governments eligible for loans and other assistance. Over 1,000 homes were severely damaged, and the flooding caused disruptions to the airport and gas deliveries. DeSantis is expected to announce his candidacy for the 2022 presidential election soon.
- DeSantis seeks federal aid for Fort Lauderdale flood victims ABC News
- Fort Lauderdale floods highlight climate risks to South Florida’s airports, seaports Miami Herald
- Rain, flood damages to Broward public schools may top $10 million WUSF Public Media
- DeSantis to Request Major Disaster Declaration in Response to Historic Fort Lauderdale Flooding NBC 6 South Florida
- Gov. Ron DeSantis to request a major disaster declaration after southeast Florida flooding WFTV Orlando
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