Following the severe impact of Hurricane Milton on the Seminole Tribe of Florida, U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott are pushing for federal assistance to aid in the tribe’s recovery efforts.
In a letter to President Joe Biden, the senators urged the immediate approval of the Seminole Tribe’s request for an expedited Major Disaster Declaration to help with response and recovery.
The hurricane, which struck Florida on October 9, caused widespread damage across Seminole Tribal lands, particularly affecting the Tampa, Brighton, Big Cypress, and Immokalee reservations, as well as the Lakeland and Fort Pierce trust parcels.
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“Ensuring the Tribe has access to the federal resources needed for its ongoing response and recovery efforts is imperative to protecting members of the tribe, their communities, and property,” the senators wrote, calling for the urgent approval of federal aid.
Florida is still recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Milton, which made landfall as a Category 3 storm on October 9th, 2024. The storm brought strong winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding to many areas, causing significant damage and widespread power outages.
While the immediate threat has passed, communities are still working to rebuild. Debris removal, power restoration, and infrastructure repairs are ongoing. Hillsborough County remains under a state of emergency, allowing officials to access resources and coordinate recovery efforts.
The storm’s impact continues to be felt, with many residents still dealing with the aftermath of flooding and property damage. Resources and support are available for those affected by the storm.
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