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Events



Jun 20, 2024 - Aug 30, 2024
Important Date
National Floodplain Administrator Training Needs Assessment Survey
FEMA manages the National Flood Insurance Program which includes more than 22,600 Participating Communities. This year, FEMA’s Floodplain Management Division is conducting a survey of the nation’s Floodplain Administrators who manage local floodplains for these jurisdictions. Survey findings will inform a five-year National Floodplain Administrators Training Strategy that will be coordinated by the Floodplain Management Division.

Preparedness Tips

A few inches of water in a 1,000-square foot home could cost more than $10,000 in repairs and replacement of personal possessions. Homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover most floods. Learn more about flood insurance.

Press Releases and Fact Sheets

FEMA Assistance for Texans

FEMA disaster assistance may provide funds for serious needs, displacement, basic home repairs, rental of temporary housing and other uninsured expenses resulting from Hurricane Beryl. FEMA assistance is not a replacement for insurance.
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One Month Remains to Apply for FEMA Assistance After April 26-June 5 Storms and Flooding in Texas

Texans who sustained losses from the storms and flooding April 26-June 5 have one month remaining to apply for federal assistance. The deadline is Aug. 15, 2024.
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Be Alert to Fraud After a Disaster

Texans should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after Hurricane Beryl. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors.
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