The move makes federal funding available for people impacted by the floods in Cook County.
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That includes money for temporary housing and home repairs and low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses.
Gov. JB Pritzker had issued a state disaster proclamation last month, as did Cook County.
The storms on Sept. 17 brought more than 6 inches of rainfall, causing severe flooding in several south suburbs, including Calumet city, Dolton and Harvey.
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Residents and business owners who sustained losses can begin applying for assistance at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362), or by using the FEMA App. Anyone using a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, can give FEMA the number for that service.