FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster assistance is flowing in Fairmont following torrential Father’s Day weekend rains and flash flooding.

City Manager Travis Blosser said residents should prepare themselves for the process. In a word, Blosser said it’s all about your documentation, and the more you have, the smoother the process will go. Additionally, getting to know the government forms and what is required is the best way to prevent being denied on the first attempt.

“It takes time, and you might get denied on your first approach, but do not get discouraged,” Blosser said on WAJR’s “Talk of the Town.” “You need to go through the appeal processes with FEMA.”

Residents need to have pictures, receipts, and any other documentation of the damage. Residents will b

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