News and Media: Disaster 4586

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FEMA is leveraging technology to deliver the agency’s programs at the highest level possible, while preserving our workforce and survivors. FEMA will conduct virtual home inspections for Texas survivors, in designated counties, who sustained damage after the winter storms that began Feb. 11.

What to Expect After Applying for FEMA Assistance

After applying for FEMA assistance, uninsured or underinsured Texans may be contacted to schedule a virtual home inspection for applicants who reported that their home is not safe, sanitary or functional.

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Texas homeowners and renters in Kerr, Lamar and Shackelford who suffered damage from the February winter storm may now apply for disaster assistance with FEMA. If you applied with FEMA prior to the counties being added, you do not need to reapply.
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DENTON, Texas – Texas homeowners and renters in Kerr, Lamar and Shackelford who suffered damage from the February winter storm may now apply for disaster assistance with FEMA. If you applied with FEMA prior to the counties being added, you do not need to reapply.
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While the disaster assistance registration deadline has passed, there is still help available for survivors of February’s severe winter storms in Texas. Survivors are part of the whole community effort. The steps they take on their road to recovery and the decisions they make are very important.
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Texas; FEMA-4586-DR

Report on Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) information for FEMA-4586-DR; Texas as a result of severe winter storms beginning on February 11, 2021, and continuing.

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Initial Public Notice: FEMA-4586-DR-TX