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June 11, 2019Topeka, KS |  By: AP

Kansas governor seeking federal disaster declaration

Gov. Laura Kelly is seeking a major presidential
declaration for public assistance for 63 Kansas counties recovering from record
rainfall and severe weather.

The declaration would cover damage from record rains and numerous tornadoes
beginning April 28 through May. The Public Assistance program helps pay for
restoration of public infrastructure and other damage caused by the severe
weather.

The request filed Monday follows one Kelly sent in May seeking a federal
disaster declaration. That provides federal money for shelter management, water
rescues, human services support and other needs.

Monday's request includes Atchison County, Kansas.