Trump approves major disaster declaration for 21 Indiana counties after deadly storms

By: Casey Smith

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: August 26, 2026

Words: 1,076

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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Federal disaster aid is on the way to Hoosiers and communities across storm-battered Indiana after President Donald Trump approved the state’s request for a major disaster declaration.

The declaration makes individual assistance available in 21 counties and public assistance available in 11, Braun’s office announced Tuesday. Additional counties could be added as state and federal officials continue reviewing damage.

The approval follows severe storms, tornadoes, a derecho and flooding that began Aug. 11. Braun’s request …

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