The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently announced tax relief for individuals and businesses impacted by the severe weather and flooding in northwest Iowa. Extended Deadline for Affected Taxpayers These affected individuals and businesses will now have until November 1, 2024 to file or pay their taxes, with original deadlines falling on or after June 16, 2024. This extension applies to various tax returns, such as the 2023 tax returns, where the filing deadlines were previously extended to October. The relief specifically includes residents and businesses in Buena Vista, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Lyon, O'Brien, Osceola, Plymouth, and Sioux counties. Additional Eligibility for Tax Relief Even taxpayers outside the designated area can qualify for relief if their essential records are located within the covered region. Furthermore, relief workers aiding in the recovery efforts and individuals who suffered injury or loss in the disaster area are also eligible for relief. Affected individuals may also claim disaster-related losses on their upcoming tax returns. For more details on available relief and eligibility criteria, visit the official IRS website. Stay informed and make the most of the extended tax relief offered to the victims of the recent natural disasters in Iowa.