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Indiana Governor Mike Braun has declared a state of disaster emergency for 63 Indiana counties impacted by severe weather from June 6, 2026, through June 18, 2026. They include Lake, La Porte, Jasper, Newton, and Porter counties. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security says it has opened applications to the State Disaster Relief Fund for residents who incurred damage to their homes or property as a result of the flooding, severe weather, tornadic activity and a derecho this month in the counties on the list. Officials say the State Disaster Relief Fund applies only to individuals who are uninsured or underinsured. The fund only addresses the costs of repairing, replacing or restoring property that is the primary residence of the applicant, and cannot be used to help pay insurance deductibles. Here is a link for more details – https://www.in.gov/dhs/news/press-releases/#Gov__Braun_Declares_State_of_Disaster_Emergency__Opens_State_Disaster_Relief_Fund_for_Individuals___June_19__2026 .
