WV - Freedumb Gov, EPA Regulation-Shootin' Senator Angry FEMA Not Giving State More Money
The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied a request from Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin to reimburse costs associated with responding to the chemical leak that continues to affect central West Virginia.
In an announcement, Tomblin provided a copy of the rejection letter and pledged to appeal the decision. "Based on our review of all of the information available, it has been determined that the event was not of such severity and magnitude as to warrant grant assistance under this emergency declaration," wrote Elizabeth Zimmerman, a FEMA official, in the rejection letter sent Monday.
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While the "do not use" advisory was lifted within two weeks of the spill, residents continue to distrust the water and facilities -- mostly schools -- continue to show signs of chemicals in the water.
Tomblin said he was "extremely disappointed" by the decision and personally contacted the head of FEMA to let him know he was concerned about the ruling. "We are committed to providing the detail necessary to demonstrate the assistance needed by the public safety agencies that have provided support to citizens since this crisis struck more than one month ago," Tomblin said in the release.
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