On September 23, just days after the storm moved through, President George W. Bush declared New Castle County, Delaware as a disaster area following the effects of Henri and later Hurricane Isabel. The declaration designated the affected citizens eligible for grants to pay for temporary housing, house repairs, and serious disaster-related expenses.
On September 23, shortly after Hurricane Isabel made its way through the area, President George W. Bush issued a formal statement declaring New Castle County, Delaware an affected region due to the damage caused by Henri and the subsequent hurricane. This declaration enabled residents who were impacted to receive financial assistance for temporary housing, home repairs, and severe disaster-related expenses.