Indiana governor announces emergency aid, temporary housing grants amid lethal storms and flooding

The state plans to request a major disaster declaration to unlock additional federal funding for emergency response costs and damage.

By: Leslie Bonilla Muñiz

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: August 17, 2026

Words: 1,264

Last Updated: 21 hours, 51 minutes ago

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Indiana has opened grants for emergency food, clothing, temporary housing and other basic needs to victims of severe storm and flooding damage, Gov. Mike Braun announced Monday.

At least 1,000 residents have been displaced statewide, Indiana Department of Homeland Security Executive Director Jonathan Whitham estimated, with at least seven dead as of Monday.

“Any Hoosier, please reach out to 211

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