Utah gets a federal disaster declaration for floods that followed the Cottonwood Fire
Oct. 8, 2026 — President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration Oct. 7 for Utah's June Cottonwood Fire and the flooding and mudslides that followed in July, making FEMA public assistance available in Beaver and Piute counties, Gov. Spencer Cox's office said. A joint assessment found at least $47 million in possible eligible damages, including to Beaver City's hydroelectric system. The program covers 75% of eligible repair costs for public facilities. It is Utah's first major disaster declaration since the 2023 floods.
The wall: The release describes aid for public facilities; it does not mention aid to households.
Tier: Confirmed (based on the governor's release)
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