Only two people are still missing, both in Oklahoma, and no additional storm-related fatalities have been reported. As field staff began to take charge of operations, the FEMA Headquarters Emergency Support Team was deactivated as of Monday afternoon. Debris removal is ready to begin under a contract awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Housing needs assessments are underway for displaced victims.
An Economic Recovery Program for the town of Stroud is being developed in conjunction with the Economic Development Administration. A Safe Room national pilot program is being developed in conjunction with the State and the Small Business Administration. FEMA is working with the Department of Labor to develop a temporary jobs program under the Joint Training and Partnership Act signed by the President. Public Assistance program Kick-Off meetings are in process. Housing assessments indicate rental resources for displaced residents should be plentiful.