Texas Severe Winter Storms
Incident Period: Feb 11, 2021 - Feb 21, 2021
Declaration Date: Feb 19, 2021
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More About This Disaster
Now Closed: Period to Apply for Disaster Assistance
The last day for individuals and families to apply for assistance after this disaster has passed. You are no longer able to begin a new claim.
To check the status on a previously submitted claim, visit DisasterAssistance.gov.
I Applied for Assistance. What's Next?
You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by U.S. mail or by electronic correspondence explaining your next steps. If you reported during the application process that you received damage and are not able to live in your primary residence, an inspector will contact you by phone to schedule an inspection. FEMA home inspections are conducted in-person; however, if you are apprehensive due to ongoing COVID-19 uncertainties, you can request we conduct the inspection without entering your home.
"Help After a Disaster"
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.
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.
Local Resources
Local Offices
Local News & Media
Visit the News & Media page for events, fact sheets, press releases and other multimedia resources.
The last day to apply for assistance for this disaster was May 20, 2021.
To check the status on your claim, visit www.disasterassistance.gov.
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.
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
- "Help After a Disaster" brochures - Translated in 27 languages
Rumor Control
Do your part to the stop the spread of rumors by doing three easy things:
- Find trusted sources of information.
- Share information from trusted sources.
- Discourage others from sharing information from unverified sources.
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.
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.
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 | $182,084,388.35 |
| Total Other Needs Assistance (ONA) - Dollars Approved | $20,831,580.90 |
| Total Individual & Households Program Dollars Approved | $202,915,969.25 |
| Individual Assistance Applications Approved | 60329 |
| Public Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Emergency Work (Categories A-B) - Dollars Obligated | $50,114,173.68 |
| Permanent Work (Categories C-G) - Dollars Obligated | $40,764,118.89 |
| Total Public Assistance Grants Dollars Obligated | $96,120,771.01 |
| Hazard Mitigation Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) - Dollars Obligated | $261,278.49 |