Rising from the ashes: Oklahoma families start over despite struggles with obtaining FEMA grants
President Trump declared the wildfire a major disaster and ordered a federal grant review policy that contributed to funding delays.
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Oklahoma residents and emergency agencies face unprecedented delays in federal disaster mitigation funding following the 2025 wildfires. While recovery efforts continue, a federal review and recent government shutdowns have stalled millions in grants intended for future disaster prevention.
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