Slow Return to Normal With State Assistance for Indian Lake Tornado Victims

Brittany Oakley, center, looks at what is left of her home following severe storms in Lakeview, Ohio., Friday, March 15, 2024. Severe storms with suspected tornadoes have damaged homes and businesses in the central United States. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)

LAKEVIEW, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – While awaiting a decision on a Presidential Disaster Declaration, local governments and non-profits in the counties impacted by the worst of the March 14 tornadoes can apply for state assistance.

Governor Mike DeWine says $5 million in funding is now available.

Lakeview Mayor Elaine Fagan it’s a crawl back to normal.

They still aren’t able to get into the village’s offices.

However some businesses have reopened, a sign that normalcy is somewhere straight ahead.

Monday was the one month anniversary of the twister.