Tennessee FEMA assistance deadline looms: Aug. 19 cutoff for storm victims

NASHVILLE, Tenn., (KBSI) — Tennesseans affected by the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding have until Aug. 19 to apply for FEMA assistance.

The aid is available to homeowners, renters, students, self-employed individuals, ranchers and farmers in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Dyer, Hardeman, McNairy, Montgomery, Obion and Wilson counties.

Assistance can cover uninsured costs for rental expenses, home repairs, vehicle damage, medical expenses and temporary housing.

To apply, visit Disaster assistance | U.S. Small Business Administration , use the FEMA App or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration are also available at 4878 | FEMA.gov or 800-659-2955.