News and Media: Disaster 4798

FEMA is hiring local residents to support the recovery of Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl and the storms and flooding this spring. Opportunities are available in Houston and Austin.

The official deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans has passed. However, help from FEMA, SBA and others is still at hand for Texas renters, homeowners and businesses in areas affected by the spring storms and Hurricane Beryl. Here are some options.

Unfortunately, during disasters, myths about FEMA can spread, which ultimately can discourage survivors from accessing the assistance they may desperately need. The best way to correct misinformation is to get the truth out about FEMA’s role in disaster assistance. Below, a number of current rumors and myths are addressed to help survivors of Hurricane Beryl tell fact from fiction.

Flooding can occur anywhere and is among the most common and costly natural disasters in the U.S. Most homeowners' insurance policies don’t cover flood damage, making flood insurance essential, especially in low-risk areas. With flood insurance, you gain financial support for a quicker recovery. FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) can help you get back on your feet faster.

If you have applied to FEMA for financial assistance, you can expect to receive a reply which explains your application status either by U.S. mail or email.