Six Counties Declared Disaster Areas

by: Juan Melli

Thu Apr 26, 2007 at 02:18:33 PM EDT

Acting Governor Codey had requested that the entire state be declared a disaster area and our federal representatives are still urging the President to expand the declaration.

Congressman Rothman, who's district includes Bergen and Passaic counties is ready to help constituents wade through the red tape:

"This declaration is good news for those most severely impacted by the flooding and I thank the President for his action. While it must be expanded to include more counties, I encourage my constituents and small businesses in our district now eligible for this federal aid to contact my office for help. Caseworkers are available to guide you through the application process for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and identify local counseling resources. We can also help move your application along if you are eligible for aid, but find FEMA is unresponsive," said Rothman.