April 6, 2024 — The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden has approved disaster declarations for states in the northeastern region of New England after major storms hit coastal fishing communities in January, clearing the way for federal funding and assistance.
The first storm, arriving on 10 January, brought heavy rains that damaged docks, sunk vessels, and flooded many coastal communities. A second storm a few days later continued the devestation with record-breaking high tides and winds of more than 50 miles per hour.