Florida Lands $21 Million in Aid for Tropical Storm Debby

Florida has received $21 million in state and federal aid for those affected by Tropical Storm Debby.

The Florida Emergency Management Agency reported more than 12,000 people have contacted the federal agency for aid.

Among the disaster recovery effort as of July 27:

4,190 households approved for FEMA grants that assist with housing and personal property loss.

$14.8 million approved for housing grants, including short-term rental assistance, home repair and replacement costs.

$1.9 million approved to cover other essential disaster-related needs, such as medical and dental expenses and lost personal possessions.

$4.3 million approved for SBA low-interest disaster loans to help repair homes and replace damaged personal property.

9,233 home inspections completed.

6,721 visits to disaster recovery centers by people affected by the disaster.