WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following news release: Cape Girardeau, MO Missourians in 10 counties impacted by the severe weather and flooding from May 19 May 27 have until Sept. 23, to apply with FEMA for assistance to help support their disaster recovery. It's free, and as easy as a 20-minute phone call or a click online. The 10 designated counties are: Barry, Butler, Carter, Howell, New Madrid, Ripley, Scott  more