U.S. President Joe Biden arrived in Florida on Sunday to survey damage from Hurricane Milton, the second storm to hit the low-lying state in recent weeks, as rising floodwaters and ongoing fuel shortages and power outages impacted cleanup efforts.

Tampa Bay residents and others across Florida whose homes and property were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Milton can now apply for aid through FEMA's direct assistance program. Why it matters: The federal aid — which includes includes grants for temporary housing and repairs for uninsured damage — provides a financial lifeline after natural disasters.

President Joe Biden approved a major disaster declaration for Florida on Friday, directing federal disaster assistance to the state in the wake of Hurricane Milton.