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Washington, DC -- Today U.S. Congresswoman (D-Milwaukee) announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) could begin preliminary work in Milwaukee County as soon as tomorrow.

Congresswoman Moore said, “Getting FEMA here as soon as possible is critical to help us recover from this disaster.  I have no doubt that FEMA will immediately see that we’re hurting and that damage is severe.  I implore them and state officials to complete assessments swiftly so that Federal assistance can be here as soon as possible.”

Yesterday, Congresswoman Moore wrote to FEMA asking them to respond to this emergency immediately.  She also – along with Senators Russ Feingold and Herb Kohl – wrote in support of the state’s expected application for disaster assistance.  Specifically, FEMA will begin preliminary damage assessments that are needed for the state to formally apply for disaster assistance.

“The storm came and went in hours, and I’ll keep working as long as it takes to help Milwaukee cope with the damage.  And this necessary step helps get us there.”