Nacogdoches encouraging citizens to use online tool to report storm damage ktre.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from ktre.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Share
Hill County Added To Federal Major Disaster Declaration Hill County was one of 31 Texas counties added to the President s Major Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance Monday, February 22. Those who have insurance and are applying for disaster assistance must also file a claim with their insurance company as soon as possible. By law, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance. If insurance does not cover all of the damages, they may be eligible for federal assistance. The fastest and easiest way to apply is by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov. If it is not possible to register online, call 800-621-3362 (TTY: 800-462-7585). The toll-free telephone lines operate from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT, seven days a week.
TEXARKANA, Texas - Residents in more than 100 Texas counties can begin applying for federal assistance to help them recover from last weekâs massive winter storm, including Bowie County.
City and county leaders met Tuesday afternoon to discuss the recent winter storm and it s impact on the area.
There are three options for apply for individual disaster assistance: Online, through the FEMA app or by phone.
On Feb. 13, Gov. Greg Abbott requested individual assistance for all 254 Texas counties.
So far, the federal government has approved 108 counties for individual disaster aid, including Bowie County.
Texans are also urged to fill out a damage survey online to help the state identify damage from the winter storm.
FEMA Assistance Available in Five West Texas Counties 1063thebuzz.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from 1063thebuzz.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.