FEMA Announces $13 Million for Mississippi Recovery

ATLANTA -FEMA approved more than $13 million in funding to support nine recovery projects in Mississippi communities affected by the February 2026 severe winter storms and past disasters.

Notable recovery projects FEMA funded include:

• $11.3 million to Lafayette County for debris removal efforts.
• $451,254 to Marshall County for debris removal efforts.
• $312,238 to New Albany Light, Gas, & Water for debris removal efforts.
• $178,000 to Southwest MS Electric Power Association to fund utility poles repair or replacement.
• $106,206 to Tishomingo County for emergency protective measures.

FEMA is reimbursing these recovery costs at no less than a 75% federal cost share through its Public Assistance program, which provides funds for state and local governments' response and recovery work.

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