What you need to know Cities and counties throughout Northern Kentucky and the commonwealth are seeking to formalize mutual aid agreements, which will allow them to better share resources in the event of disasters and emergencies. Edgewood, for instance, signed the statewide agreement on Aug. 4. Independence passed a resolution last week joining the agreement, […]
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Two days left to apply for FEMA assistance following April flooding
Kentucky homeowners and renters who experienced damage or loss caused by the April severe storms, winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides have two days left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply is July 25. There are several ways to apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency, also known as FEMA, assistance: FEMA representatives can explain available assistance […]
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Trump approves emergency declaration in Kentucky
The Trump administration has approved an emergency declaration in Kentucky, first declared by Gov. Andy Beshear on April 2 in the face of extreme weather throughout the commonwealth. The administration has also approved similar emergency declarations in Arkansas and Tennessee. As a result, federal resources can now assist local search, rescue and monitoring efforts. “FEMA […]
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Grants Support Firefighter, Paramedic Training Opportunities in Alexandria
Thanks to two federal grants, the Alexandria Fire Department hopes to recruit more fire and emergency service students and volunteers. (photo: Tiffany Page) by Robin Gee, city council beat editor Thanks to two federal grants, the Alexandria Fire Department is able to offer training opportunities for potential career and volunteer firefighters, EMTs, paramedics or other […]