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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 Missing or outdated material could cause delays in processing.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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