Bomb cyclone aftermath: King County homeowners still waiting on federal aid

A month after a bomb cyclone struck the Mirrormont neighborhood outside Issaquah, residents are still grappling with significant storm-related damages and a slow recovery process. Homeowner Cathy Cadd shared her experience of losing 13 trees, with two crashing through her living room. She expressed frustration over her insurance coverage, which only covers the removal of fallen trees from her home and car. Cleanup efforts have been painstakingly slow, forcing Cadd's family to stay in a hotel for 11 days due to debris blocking access to their home and damaging their septic system. Many residents feel abandoned as they await federal aid, with the governor's office requesting an extension from FEMA for damage assessments, potentially prolonging their wait for assistance.

Cadd's anxiety about the delays reflects a common sentiment among her neighbors, who question why the process is taking longer than in other states. With Washington State needing to assess at least $14. 5 million in damages to qualify for federal aid, local cities are struggling with the complex paperwork and cost tracking required. As cleanup continues, the community remains in limbo, hoping for timely support to aid their recovery from this devastating event.