Patton was awaiting a final damage assessment from FEMA to determine if the needs are greater than what the state can meet, and those numbers will not be ready until today, said Mary Hudak, FEMA public information director. But federal assistance was far from the thoughts of Nesmith. She was too busy ripping the carpet from her floors, a total loss from water damage. In all her losses, Nesmith chose instead to talk about what she has gained from the experience. My friends who live three houses down the street need help, and that's what's important.
People are what make a difference.
The volunteers, they're a godsend. The number of damaged homes continues to be listed at 2,277. After touring the devastation, Lewis said Owensboro's chances for federal aid look favorable. OMU General Manager Bob Carper said about 200 electrical workers continue to restore power, with the number of customers without power reduced to 2,500. In addition Western Kentucky Gas restored service to 125 of the 600 meters that had been turned off in recent days.