Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is appealing the White House's denial of funding assistance after severe flash flooding in May that damaged homes, infrastructure, and utilities across Western Maryland.

Moore requested the declaration in June, to aid the recovery effort after the Federal Emergency Management Agency validated $15.8 million in damages.

A Presidential Disaster Declaration would allow Maryland to receive help from FEMA.

Flash floods devastate Western Maryland

The flash flooding on May 13 struck Allegany and Garrett counties, damaging more than 200 homes and affecting roads, public buildings, and power systems.

Some residents had to be rescued from flooded schools, while others were trapped overnight during power outages.

At Westernport Elementary School, 150 students

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