Texas Severe Winter Storms
Incident Period: Feb 11, 2021 - Feb 21, 2021
Declaration Date: Feb 19, 2021
Quick Links
- Multilingual support: FEMA in your language
- Recovery resources: State & Local | National
- Connect: Social Media | Mobile App & Text
- 24/7 counseling: Disaster Distress Helpline
More About This Disaster
Help for Individuals and Families After a Disaster
If you have insurance, you should file a claim with your insurance company immediately. FEMA assistance cannot aid with losses already covered by insurance.
Apply for Disaster Assistance
The fastest way to apply is through DisasterAssistance.gov. You can also apply by calling 1-800-621-3362 (TTY 1-800-462-7585) or through the FEMA mobile app.
Get Immediate Help
Find help with needs that FEMA is not authorized to provide. Check with your local emergency management officials, voluntary agencies or by dialing your local 2-1-1.
I Was Told to Call the Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a Virtual Disaster Loan Outreach Center for homeowners, renters and business owners to provide answers to questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process and help each person complete their electronic loan application.
Virtual Business Recovery Center & Virtual Disaster Loan Outreach Center
Mondays – Fridays | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | FOCWAssistance@sba.gov | (916) 735-1500
I Applied for Assistance. What's Next?
You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by U.S. mail or by electronic correspondence. You may need to verify your identity or complete a home inspection. All inspections will be conducted by phone due to COVID-19 and the need to protect the safety and health of our workforce and survivors.
"Help After a Disaster" Brochures
Translated into 27 languages, the "Help After a Disaster" brochure is a tool that can be shared in your community to help people understand the types of FEMA assistance that may be available to support individuals and families in disaster recovery.
Local Resources
Local Offices
Local News & Media
Visit the News & Media page for events, fact sheets, press releases and other multimedia resources.
Popular Resources
Visit the Texas state page for more localized information.
- FEMA Region 6
- Region 6 Twitter
- Ready.gov water safety and treatment tips
- Small Business Administration
- Texas Department of Insurance
- Texas Donation Information
- Volunteering in Texas
Rumor Control
Rumor: FEMA is paying for hotels if you dial a number for "Texas Disaster Relief."
Fact: There is a false phone number being shared on social media and text messages saying FEMA is paying for hotels in Texas due to the recent storm. This is a scam. The best information on legitimate sources of help in your area will come from local officials or the Texas Division of Emergency Management. If you are in one of the designated counties, you may apply for FEMA assistance online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362.
February 24, 2021
RUMOR: FEMA will pay for insurance deductibles for disaster survivors.
Fact: FEMA provides financial benefits to eligible applicants who are not insured or underinsured, but those benefits occur after insurance settlement. FEMA can't duplicate benefits from insurance or pay your deductible.
February 21, 2021
More Texas Resources
If you need assistance with anything not covered by insurance, local voluntary organizations in your community may be able to help. You can also call 211 for assistance.
If you are uninsured, the fastest and easiest way to apply for assistance is online at DisasterAssistance.gov. You can apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week, no waiting or delays.
Note: FEMA cannot reimburse you for food lost due to a power failure. However, voluntary organizations in your community may be able to help. You can also call 211 for assistance.
Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)
- TDI insurance tips following winter storms.
- Look up an insurance company in Texas or call 800-252-3439.
U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Disaster assistance for farmers and ranchers.
Texas Attorney General
- Report price gouging or any other scams.
How to Help
Volunteer and Donate
Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need.
Doing Business with FEMA
If you are interested in providing paid services and goods for disaster relief, visit our Doing Business with FEMA page to get started.
Funding Obligations
| Individual Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Housing Assistance (HA) - Dollars Approved | $134,139,849.15 |
| Total Other Needs Assistance (ONA) - Dollars Approved | $13,241,004.75 |
| Total Individual & Households Program Dollars Approved | $147,380,853.90 |
| Individual Assistance Applications Approved | 47247 |
| Public Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Public Assistance Grants Dollars Obligated | $0.00 |
| Hazard Mitigation Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) - Dollars Obligated | $0.00 |