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AUSTIN, Texas – Recovering from a major presidentially declared disaster like the July 2-18 flooding in Central Texas can be emotionally overwhelming and financially difficult. A disaster grant from FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program can help you recover a portion of your losses.

If you receive funds from this program, you may be required by law to purchase a flood insurance policy from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program.

Texas received a major presidential disaster declaration for the July flooding, designating Burnet, Guadalupe, Kerr, Kimble, McCulloch, Menard, San Saba, Tom Green, Travis and Williamson counties as eligible to apply for federal assistance. 

FEMA requires you to have flood insurance for buildings and personal property that were damaged by flooding in a high-risk flood area, also known as a Special Flood Hazard Area. This is to protect you and the life you’ve built from future financial devastation after a flood – whether or not a presidential disaster declaration was approved for that event.

To learn if your home is in a high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area, visit https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home.

If you receive federal disaster assistance, the requirement to maintain flood insurance coverage is tied to the property. If you are the homeowner and sell your property, you must inform the new owner of the requirement to maintain flood insurance. In most cases, an existing insurance policy should transfer to a new

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AUSTIN, Texas – Homeowners, renters and businesses that sustained damage or losses from the July storms and flooding in Central Texas have just two weeks to apply for federal disaster assistance. 

Ten counties are designated for federal assistance for the July 2-18 floods: Burnet, Guadalupe, Kerr, Kimble, McCulloch, Menard, San Saba, Tom Green, Travis and Williamson.

There is no cost to apply for FEMA assistance and our specialists offer free guidance on available aid, including money to help with housing repairs or replacement of damaged appliances and furnishings.  

The last day to apply for FEMA disaster assistance is Thursday, Sept. 4, and you will need your email address to apply. This is also the deadline to apply for a long-term, low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration. 

FEMA works closely with the Small Business Administration, which provides disaster loans to homeowners, renters, nonprofit organizations and businesses of all sizes.

Keep in mind that applying for federal disaster assistance is not the same as reporting your damage to the state. Reporting disaster damage to the Texas Division of Emergency Management at damage.tdem.texas.gov helps officials connect you with resources and services.

The fastest way to apply for FEMA assistance is online at DisasterAssistance.gov. You may also use the FEMA mobile app or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Lines are open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT daily. If you use a relay service,

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Even though the deadline to apply for individual assistance has passed, FEMA is still available to help residents in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Dyer, Hardeman, McNairy, Montgomery, Obion and Wilson counties recover from the April 2-24 severe storms.

Stay in Touch with FEMA

Tennesseans should stay in touch with the agency to update applications as information changes. Missing or outdated material could cause delays in processing. Information that may need to be updated could include:

Current housing situation, phone number or mailing address;Adding or removing the name of a person designated to speak for a survivor;Adding or changing names of household members and number of people living in a home;Correcting or verifying home and property damage;Updating payment preference.

Keep contact information current in your DisasterAssistance.gov account or call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362.

If you missed the deadline, a late application can be requested by calling 800-621-3362 or by sending FEMA a letter. FEMA will accept late applications for an additional 60 days after the August 19 deadline.

FEMA is committed to providing equal access to federal assistance for Tennesseans who were affected by the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding. Anyone with an accessibility need who is applying for FEMA assistance should let FEMA know by calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

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ST. LOUIS – The deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance is Tuesday, August 26 for St. Louis City and St. Louis County residents affected by the May 16 disaster.

If your home or personal property sustained damage not covered by insurance, FEMA may be able to provide money to help you pay for home repairs, a temporary place to live and essential personal property that was destroyed.

The fastest way to apply for Individual Assistance is at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling FEMA at 1-800-621-3362. If you are unable to apply online or by phone, someone at a Disaster Recovery Center can assist you.

Visit a Disaster Recovery CenterLOCATIONSHOURS OF OPERATIONUrban League Entrepreneurship and Women’s Business Center 
4401 Natural Bridge Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63115Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday: ClosedUnion Tabernacle M.B. Church
626 N. Newstead Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

If you still need additional assistance after August 26, help is still available at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling FEMA at 1-800-621-3362. Stay in touch with FEMA about your on-going recovery needs.

Helpful Tips: 

Read your letter from FEMA carefully.Provide contractor estimates for disaster-related repairs, including contractor contact information.To request assistance to help with rent, homeowners and renters need to contact FEMA and let them know.If you received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while working toward your permanent housing plan, stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA) may

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