Hazard Mitigation Grant Program – Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, and Tornadoes (DR-4794)
Forecasted
The Florida Division of Emergency Management's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds science-based projects to reduce risks from severe storms, winds, and tornadoes in Florida communities after disasters.
Funder: Florida Division of Emergency Management
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Funding varies by county allocation; federal share generally up to 75% of project costs, with a 25% non-federal match required.
Summary: Supports long-term projects that reduce the risk and impact of severe storms, winds, and tornadoes in Florida communities after disasters.
Key Information: Applications must be prioritized by the county Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group before submission.
Description
This program, administered by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), provides funding to eligible entities for projects that mitigate the impacts of severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes in Florida following a major disaster declaration (DR-4794). The goal is to support long-term hazard mitigation measures that reduce future risks to life and property. Projects are selected and prioritized at the county level by Local Mitigation Strategy Working Groups (LMSWGs) and must be included in the county’s LMS project priority list to be considered for funding.
