ST. LOUIS - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has denied the city of St. Louis’ request for extending its individual assistance deadline for those impacted by the May 16 tornado.

The Office of Mayor Cara Spencer announced FEMA’s decision Tuesday evening, expressing disagreement with the agency.

“I strongly disagree with this denial, as we have seen hundreds of St. Louisans continue to apply for FEMA individual assistance each week,” Mayor Cara Spencer said.

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FEMA’s individual assistance application deadline remains on Aug. 26 before midnight. Spencer urges those who have not applied for their FEMA application to get registered as soon as possible.

“Even if you don’t get all the details today, the important

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