09/03/2026
📢 ATTENTION DECATUR COUNTY BUSINESSES AFFECTED BY THE AUGUST STORMS & FLOODING
Businesses in Decatur County that sustained damage or experienced financial losses from the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred beginning August 11, 2026, may be eligible for assistance through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Decatur County is included in the federal disaster declaration, making businesses eligible to apply for SBA disaster assistance.
What assistance may be available?
🏢 Business Physical Disaster Loans
• Available to businesses of any size.
• May help repair or replace disaster-damaged buildings, inventory, machinery, equipment, supplies, and other business property.
• Loans may be available for up to $2 million, subject to SBA requirements and verified losses.
💼 Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
• Available to eligible small businesses and certain private nonprofit organizations.
• May provide working capital for expenses such as payroll, fixed debts, accounts payable, and other ordinary expenses that cannot be met because of the disaster.
• Physical damage is not required to qualify for EIDL assistance.
Important Deadlines
📅 October 25, 2026 — Deadline to apply for physical damage assistance.
📅 May 25, 2027 — Deadline to apply for economic injury assistance (EIDL).
How to Apply
Businesses can learn more and apply through the SBA:
SBA Disaster Assistance
📞 SBA Customer Service: 1-800-659-2955
📧 Email: [email protected]
Businesses should contact SBA directly to determine whether they qualify and what assistance may be available for their specific circumstances. SBA determines eligibility, loan amounts, and terms.
Questions?
Businesses in Decatur County can also contact the Decatur County Emergency Management Agency (812-663-2004) for assistance or questions regarding the disaster declaration and available resources.
If your business was affected, we encourage you to reach out to SBA and see if you may qualify for assistance.
