Press Release
Washington County Offers Low-Interest Disaster Loans Amid Drought
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 23, 2025) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management announces the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for small businesses and nonprofit organizations affected by the ongoing drought, which began on March 25, 2025.
Eligible applicants can include businesses from various counties: Washington, Allegany, Frederick in Maryland; Franklin and Fulton in Pennsylvania; Loudoun in Virginia; and Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan in West Virginia. The Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) aim to cover essential operating expenses such as rent, payroll, and bills, regardless of physical damage caused by the drought.
It’s important to note that traditional farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers do not qualify for this program. Applications for economic injury must be submitted by February 2, 2026.
To learn more about eligibility requirements or to apply, visit the SBA website at sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance.
For further inquiries, individuals are encouraged to reach out directly to the Washington County Office of Emergency Management.
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