Yorktown's Town Board has requested that President Joe Biden issue a disaster declaration following a severe storm earlier this month.
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The board adopted a resolution looking for access to federal funds to help Yorktown and its residents recover from the storm that caused major flooding from more than 6 inches of rain.
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City officials estimate that the storm caused over $2 million worth of damage.
The president has not yet responded to this request.