Help coming to Southbury businesses damaged in floods [Video]

SOUTHBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — State leaders are stepping up to help small businesses that were impacted by the recent flash flooding.

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) met with Southbury town leaders and small business owners on Monday. He said he’s fighting to apply for a federal major disaster declaration.

“A major disaster declaration could mean hundreds of millions of dollars,” Blumenthal said. “I’ve heard from [Southbury] town officials that at least $100 million in damage was done to municipal property alone.”

State leaders were also in Seymour, where they toured several small businesses.

Officials announced a $5 million grant program, which provides up to $25,000 per affected business.

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Gov. Ned Lamont said it is a quick fix while waiting for more federal funding.

“You see the scope of the tragedy, know it’s really important for all of us …