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News, Updates and Orders
News, press conferences and executive orders related to the May 16, 2025 tornado.
Press Conferences
Executive Orders
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News
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Property Tax Relief Application for Tornado-Damaged Properties Now Available Via Assessor's Office
08/01/2025 - The office may prorate the assessments for property that has been made "unoccupied and uninhabitable" by a natural disaster. -
From FEMA: Disaster Assistance and Other Relief Programs Available for Tornado-Impacted Residents
07/30/2025 - Programs like rental assistance, home repair and unemployment help are available from FEMA, City of St. Louis and Missouri Department of Labor. -
Mayor Spencer Announces Disaster Relief Spending Plan, Creation of Recovery Office, and Additional Debris Removal
07/10/2025 - The next phase of recovery from the May 16 tornado -
Tornado Warrant Suspension ends on Friday, August 1, 2025
07/03/2025 - City Court will resume issuing bench warrants for failure to appear on Monday, August 4, 2025. -
City Launches New Recovery Programs for St. Louisans Impacted by the May 16 Tornado
07/01/2025 - These programs address urgent repair needs, provide trusted technical guidance, and protect homeowners from fraud or further damage. -
Additional Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in the City of St. Louis
06/26/2025 - Two more Disaster Recovery Centers with FEMA Individual Assistance staff are opening to help people affected by the May 16 tornado and storms. -
Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in the City of St. Louis
06/20/2025 - Disaster Recovery Centers with FEMA Individual Assistance staff are opening to help people affected by the May 16 tornado and storms. -
City of St. Louis Opens Emergency Stabilization Program RFPs to Support Tornado Recovery
06/18/2025 - RFPs to close June 20, 2025, for Tornado-Damaged Residential Building Stabilization Services and Program Management Services–Emergency Stabilization. -
STL Recovers - One Month In Review
06/16/2025 - Highlighting some of the monumental work that’s been done by City workers, thousands of volunteers, and our private, non-profit and regional partners -
Tornado Recovery Assistance Available Through Multiple Organizations
06/16/2025 - Residents impacted by the tornado have several ways to connect with resources and assistance this week. -
Mayor Spencer Issues Executive Order to Waive 25% Insurance Holdback for Tornado-Damaged Properties
06/12/2025 - The issue stems from the State’s holdback law, Section 67.410, RSMo., which was incorporated by the City in 1996 as Ordinance No. 63838. -
Small Business Administration Opens Business Recovery Center in St. Louis to Help Businesses Impacted by May Storms
06/12/2025 - Beginning June 12, SBA customer service representatives will be on hand at the Business Recovery Center in St. Louis -
President Trump Approves Governor Kehoe's Requests for Major Disaster Declarations to Assist Missourians Impacted by April 29 and May 16 Severe Storms and Tornadoes
06/10/2025 - The disaster declaration makes Individual Assistance available to eligible residents in the City of St. Louis. -
Debris Collection Sites to Conclude Operations on Sunday, June 8
06/07/2025 - The free residential debris collection sites managed by the National Guard will conclude on Sunday, June 8th. -
Disaster Assistance Center Opens to the Community on Monday, June 9 in Response to the May 16th Tornado
06/06/2025 - The DAC will serve as a central space for tornado-affected residents to connect with agencies offering guidance, resources, and assistance. -
Update from the Office of the Assessor Regarding Assessments of Tornado Damaged Properties
06/02/2025 - Board Bill 24 allows the Office to prorate the assessments for property that has been made "unoccupied and uninhabitable" by a natural disaster. -
Due to Storm Impact: Trash, Recyclables, and Yard Waste in Alley Dumpsters to Be Commingled Until June 30, 2025
05/31/2025 - This is a temporary exemption, in place due to the May 16 tornado’s impact on city services. -
City of St. Louis Postpones Real Estate Tax Sales
05/23/2025 - Collector of Revenue, Gregory F.X. Daly announces the postponement of scheduled real estate tax sales to provide relief to affected property owners -
Missouri Board of Pharmacy issues emergency prescription waiver to assist Missourians impacted by May 16 tornadoes and severe storms
05/22/2025 - Bulletin issued by the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance at 05/22/2025 09:19 AM CDT -
Comptroller Baringer's statement following Friday's EF-3 tornado
05/18/2025 - St. Louis City Comptroller Donna M.C. Baringer released a statement following Friday's EF-3 tornado. -
American Red Cross Shelters Open Following Significant Storm Damage
05/17/2025 - Individuals needing a safe place to stay are encouraged to come to a shelter
More 2025 Tornado Information
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