Emergency workers, residents and volunteers are tired after a week of cleanup following Sunday's tornado, but financial help and manpower could be on the way soon, authorities said.

The White House on Friday denied Gov. Mary Fallin's request for assistance to aid individuals and businesses in Woodward County that were hit hard.

“Having toured the damage in Woodward, I know firsthand how devastating last week's tornado was to this community,” Fallin said. “This was a disaster that killed six people and destroyed numerous homes and businesses. It is appropriate and necessary for the federal government to provide the disaster assistance that exists exactly for situations like this one.”

While disappointed, Fallin said the state is continuing to work to bring assistance to those affected by the storm.