New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has requested a major disaster declaration from President Joe Biden for damages that took place between Aug. 8 and Aug. 10, 2024, during Tropical Storm Debby.

If granted, the declaration would provide federal funding for Allegany, Broome, Delaware, Essex, Franklin, Jefferson, Ontario, Steuben, St. Lawrence, and Yates counties. The money would be used for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and repairs to public buildings and infrastructure.

“After Tropical Storm Debby caused widespread damages across New York state, I’m requesting an emergency declaration from our federal partners to bring help to the communities in need,” Hochul said. “We must provide relief to areas impacted by the storm, and my administration will take every measure necessary to ensure their speedy and full recovery.”

The remnants of Tropical Storm Debby produced severe rainfall, causing major flooding in multiple parts of the state, especially in the North Country.

“Helping communities access the federal funding they deserve is a top priority for Governor Hochul," Jackie Bray, commissioner of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, said. "State agencies were there to help our local government partners respond immediately after the storm, and those impacted by the damage from the rainfall associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby now need federal assistance to conduct much-needed repair and mitigation work.”