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Friday, President Barack Obama declared parts of Kentucky devastated by storms, tornadoes, flooding and mudslides, from May 3rd. to May 20th., a major federal disaster. For some, they're just relieved help is on the way to some of the hardest hit areas in Kentucky, while, for others, they're disappointed it took so long. Pike County Judge Executive Wayne Rutherford says he's also pleased, but the wait was too long. He wants a congressional investigation and hearing into why the wait was so long. Robyn Tackett, with the Big Sandy Red Cross, says the need is so great, and financial assistance is really needed at this time. She says the Red Cross began work as the flood waters started to rise, but so much more was needed. FEMA is expected to arrive sometime this week in Pike and other counties so badly devastated by the recent Mothers' Day flooding and other weather related incidents throughout the state.