Maryland Governor Wes Moore is appealing FEMA’s denial of federal disaster aid after spring flooding caused $34 million in damage. Westernport Elementary School, one of the hardest-hit sites, is reopening next week with major repairs still underway.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is appealing the White House's denial of funding assistance after severe flash flooding in May that damaged homes, infrastructure, and utilities across Western Maryland.

The flooding left behind damage to homes, buildings, bridges and roadways in Allegany and Garrett counties. Gov. Wes Moore said the damage totaled to nearly $34 million.