Highlights:
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Severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that occurred on April 23 and 24, 2010, have caused significant property damage in areas of Mississippi.
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Federal disasters were declared on April 29, 2010, for selected counties in Mississippi.
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The FDIC is encouraging banks to work constructively with borrowers experiencing difficulties beyond their control because of damage caused by the severe weather.
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Extending repayment terms, restructuring existing loans, or easing terms for new loans, if done in a manner consistent with sound banking practices, can contribute to the health of the community and serve the long-term interests of the lending institution.
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The FDIC also will consider regulatory relief from certain filing and publishing requirements.
Distribution:
FDIC-Supervised Banks (Commercial and Savings)
in Mississippi
Suggested Routing:
Chief Executive Officer
Compliance Officer
Chief Lending Officer
Related Topics:
Lending
Investments
Publishing Requirements
Consumer Laws
Attachment:
Supervisory Practices Regarding Depository Institutions and Borrowers Affected by Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding in Areas of Mississippi (PDF Help)
Contact:
Assistant Regional Director Wayne Nichols at (901) 821-5203 or WNichols@fdic.gov
Printable Format:
FIL-19-2010 - PDF (PDF Help)
Note:
FDIC financial institution letters (FILs) may be accessed from the FDIC's Web site at www.fdic.gov/news/news/financial/2010/index.html.
To receive FILs electronically, please visit http://www.fdic.gov/about/subscriptions/fil.html.
Paper copies of FDIC financial institution letters may be obtained through the FDIC's Public Information Center, 3501 Fairfax Drive, E-1002, Arlington, VA 22226 (1-877-275-3342 or 703-562-2200).
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