South Dakota Seeks Federal Disaster Aid | Pierre News

South Dakota’s Governor Larry Rhoden is requesting a major disaster declaration for eight counties and two reservations after a brutal late-June to early-July storm outbreak—including a mini-derecho, tornado, and 131-mph winds—caused over $4.5 million in public property damage. Hyde County alone suffered nearly $3 million in losses, while Beadle County reported close to $900,000. With FEMA already assisting in damage assessment and inmate crews helping with cleanup, federal approval could unlock $3.375 million in aid, covering 75% of repair costs, with the state and local governments splitting the rest. The President’s decision could mean major relief for communities still recovering from the devastation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c031d79c85cadf30