Madison County receives SBA Disaster Declaration following June 22 storm
NEWS RELEASE FROM MADISON COUNTY
Wampsville, NY – Madison County has received an official SBA Disaster Declaration as a result of the damage from the storm and floods on June 22, 2025.
This declaration makes SBA disaster loans available to homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes who are recovering from physical and economic damage. Those who sustained damage can apply for assistance by going to the online portal: MySBA Loan Portal. Also, a Disaster Loan Outreach Center has been set up for Madison County at the Village of Canastota offices for people who may have any questions or need assistance.
SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center:
Location: Village of Canastota
205 South Peterboro Street Canastota, NY 13032
Dates:
– Opens Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
– Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (will be closed Labor Day)
– Saturday, August 30: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
– Sunday: Closed
– Permanently Closes: Friday September 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The storm during the early hours of June 22 left thousands across Madison County without power, many for several days. In addition, the large amount of rain that fell caused flooding in areas all over the County. Many of the hardest hit areas included the City of Oneida, Village of Canastota, Town of Lincoln, Town of Eaton, Town of Madison, and the Town of Nelson. Thankfully no major injuries were reported due to the storm. Over 900 calls came into the Madison County 911 Center on Sunday.
As a community many are still cleaning up and recovering from the storm. Madison County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has activated the Madison County COAD to help assist residents. Madison County has partnered with 211 Mid-York to help assist our residents.
There are also additional community resources available including:
– Are you in need of a meal or food? Call Karing Kitchen at (315) 363-2450
– Are you in need of transportation? Call GoMadison Volunteer Transportation at 315-628-8372.
– If you or anyone you know is in need of someone to talk to, call Madison County Mental Health at 315-366-2327 prompt 1.
Photo: South Main Street in Canastota on June 22, 2025 (Village of Canastota photo)