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AUSTIN – If you live in Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr and Willacy counties and were affected by the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance.
How To Apply for FEMA Assistance
Visit a Disaster Recovery Center. To find a center close to you, go online to: DRC Locator, or text DRC along with your Zip Code to 43362 (Ex: DRC 78552).
Apply online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Download the FEMA App for mobile devices.
Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. CT. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance – YouTube.
Home Inspections
Within 10 days after applying, a FEMA inspector may contact you to schedule an appointment. To be prepared for the visit, please have the following available:
Photo identification.
Proof that you owned or occupied the house at the time of the disaster. Receipts for home repairs or replacement of damaged items.
Pictures of any damage that may now be repaired.
For an accessible video on FEMA home inspections, go to FEMA Accessible: Home Inspections.
Information source: City of McAllen
