Major Disaster Declaration in Puerto Rico After Earthquakes: White House

Major Disaster Declaration in Puerto Rico After Earthquakes: White House
A map showing the location of the Jan. 10 earthquake just off the coast of Puerto Rico. USGS
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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President Donald Trump, on Thursday, approved a major disaster declaration for Puerto Rico in the wake of several damaging earthquakes over the past several weeks.

The declaration allows Puerto Rico to use federal funding in Guanica, Guayanilla, Penuelas, Ponce, Utuado, and Yauco municipalities.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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