The declaration gives state and local governments, as well as certain nonprofits, the ability to apply for public assistance funds to repair and replace damaged infrastructure. The counties that can apply are Bourbon, Cheyenne, Edwards, Gove, Kiowa, Logan, Pratt, Reno, Scott, Sheridan and Stafford.

As western Maryland works to rebuild after the devastating flooding back in May, they're faced with yet another setback. The Trump administration has denied Gov. Wes Moore's request for FEMA aid.