May 30, 2024 – Following recent storms that impacted tens of thousands of Kentuckians – causing structural damage and extended periods without power – the Kentucky Department for Community-Based Services has announced that recipients who lost food bought using SNAP due to a power outage of at least four hours can call their office (855-306-8959) to request replacement benefits.
Households that lost food bought with their SNAP benefits due to recent storms have 10 days to apply for replacement benefits.
Officials with the Kentucky Department for Community-Based Services ask individuals requesting replacement benefits have their case number ready when they call to expediate the process.