Connecticut Took In $564 Million In Federal Disaster Aid

A new report shows Connecticut received more than $564 million in federal disaster funding between 2011 and 2024 after 11 major weather emergencies. The money covered responses to floods, storms, and wildfires, including a record brush fire season and deadly flooding in 2024. The analysis says counties across the state relied heavily on FEMA aid and warns that stronger upfront investments could reduce future costs and losses.