On May 29, 2025, FEMA made medical, dental, and funeral assistance to cover uninsured losses available to eligible victims of the May 16-17 tornadoes in Kentucky.
On May 23, FEMA reported major disaster for KNY storms, winds.
FEMA reported White House approved major disaster declaration for Kentucky due to impact of severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes occurring May 16-17, 2025.
Makes funding available in designated counties for temporary housing and repairs, loans for uninsured property losses, other programs to assist victims with recovery.
May 27, 2025 SBA Relief to Storm Victims
On May 27, 2025, SBA made disaster relief available to businesses, private nonprofits (PNPs), and residents affected by the severe storms and tornadoes on May 16-17.
Small businesses and most PNPs in the first tier of counties are eligible for both physical damage loans and Economic injury disaster loans (EIDLs) from the SBA.
In the second tier of designated counties, these parties can only apply for EIDLs.
Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans.
Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans.
Completed physical damage applications must be received by the SBA by Jul. 22, 2025; for EIDLs, the applications must be received no later than Feb. 23, 2026.
May 29, 2025 FEMA Medical, Dental, Funeral Relief
On May 29, 2025, FEMA made medical, dental, and funeral assistance to cover uninsured losses available to eligible victims of the May 16-17 tornadoes in Kentucky.
