7/10/26
ATLANTA –FEMA approved more than $16 million in funding to support 20 recovery and mitigation projects in Tennessee communities affected by the January 2026 winter storm, Tropical Storm Helene and other disasters.
The approved funding is provided through FEMA’s Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs.
Today’s funding includes $14.6 million for 17 Public Assistance projects to reimburse communities for the costs of debris removal, critical infrastructure repair and emergency protective measures. Notable projects in our area include:
▪$1.5 million to Duck River Electric Membership Corporation for repairs to the electrical distribution system.
FEMA is also awarding $1.4 million to the state of Tennessee for three Hazard Mitigation Grant Program projects to reduce future disaster risks. Projects include:
▪$767,000 to plan, design or study possible flood advance assistance for Marshall County.
FEMA remains committed to supporting Tennessee’s recovery and resilience, working closely with state and local partners to help communities rebuild stronger for the future.




