by rhamilton | Jun 25, 2018 | Updates
Infographics make it easy to understand the facts and figures of the local recovery efforts throughout Texas following Hurricane Harvey.
These infographics were compiled, created, and updated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). They include information about the assistance provided so far, the number of survivors currently in temporary housing and innovative repair programs, and more.
The statewide figures were updated on June 25, 2018, and the county-by-county information – as well as the city-specific information for Houston, Port Aransas, and Rockport – is current as of June 22, 2018. All infographics will continue to be updated throughout the recovery process.
You can view or download the latest recovery infographics for the state, for all counties, and for three specific cities affected by Hurricane Harvey below.
Statewide:
Download (PDF, 12.98MB)
Counties and Select Cities:
Download (PDF, 4.12MB)
by rhamilton | Jun 22, 2018 | Updates
“As Hurricane Harvey recovery continues and heavy rains and flooding hit portions of the state this week, now is the time to prepare for potential storms ahead this hurricane season. The State is actively readying resources and communication and response strategies to help protect families and property in the event of another hurricane. Because you are your family’s first line of defense, I encourage Texans to put together an emergency supply kit, create a communication plan, prepare homes for storms and heed all warnings from local officials. For more safety and preparedness tips, visit TexasPrepares.org. To check road conditions at any time, visit DriveTexas.org.”
─ Governor Greg Abbott
Governor’s Commission to Rebuild Texas
- Governor Abbott continues to monitor reports from the coastal region and South Texas after issuing a State Disaster Declaration on Thu., June 21, for six Texas counties impacted by severe weather and flooding, including: Aransas, Cameron, Hidalgo, Nueces, San Patricio and Willacy counties. Prior to the disaster declaration, Governor Abbott ordered the State Operations Center to elevate its readiness level as heavy rain and storms impacted the Texas coast and also made state resources available to assist local officials in response efforts.
- Governor Abbott announced that Texas has been awarded over $13 million in grant funding for the rebuilding of commercial and recreational fishing industries affected by Hurricane Harvey. This announcement came after Governor Abbott sent a letter to Secretary Wilbur Ross requesting that the Department of Commerce recognize a federal fishery resources disaster along the Texas Gulf Coast.
- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced more than $509 million in funding for multiple projects in Texas, including flood mitigation and critical work for the Brays and Buffalo Bayous, as well as the Matagorda and Corpus Christi Ship Channels. The funding will also provide resources for extensive studies of the Texas coastline to help make the state more resilient to future storms. This funding allocation is in addition to the disaster relief funding previously announced by USACE.
- Governor Abbott again extended the Disaster Proclamation for Texas counties impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
- Governor Abbott joined a video teleconference briefing on hurricane preparedness with President Donald Trump, DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, FEMA Administrator Brock Long, cabinet members and governors from across the country. Joining Governor Abbott in Austin were officials from various state agencies that oversee emergency response. The briefing was held to review key lessons learned after the 2017 hurricane season. Following the briefing, the Governor discussed with state officials how Texas is already preparing for the next hurricane.
- The Governor’s Commission for Women participated in Hurricane Harvey Relief Resource Fairs for Small Businesses in our coastal communities, listening to small business owners’ needs and referring them to resources as recovery continues.
- Governor Abbott reminds Texans to review their property’s flood risk and current insurance coverage, and to consider whether a separate flood policy should be part of their home protection plan. Most flood policies have a 30-day waiting period before taking effect. Visit FloodSmart.gov to find more information.
- Because of daily outreach, 6,538 reports have been submitted from the field to the Assistance Center at Texas A&M. From those reports, the Assistance Center identified 744 issues needing follow-up or resolution, and all have been resolved as of June 21.
Individual Assistance
- The Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) deadline is June 30, 2018, with a checkout date of July 1, 2018. Disaster victims with questions regarding their TSA program eligibility or status may contact the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 for assistance.
- Current individual assistance numbers are now posted on rebuildtexas.today/recovery-tracker.
- To find the nearest Disaster Recovery Center visit fema.gov/drc, or text DRC along with a zip code to 43362 (4FEMA). Survivors also can find help by calling FEMA at 800-621-3362, logging into DisasterAssistance.gov or downloading the FEMA app fema.gov/mobile-app.
- FEMA’s Disaster Distress Helpline offers trained professionals who can help callers cope with anxiety or stress, and guide them to available resources. This toll-free, multilingual and confidential crisis support service is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 800-985-5990, 800-846-8517 (TTY) or text TalkWithUs (Spanish-speakers text: Hablanos) to 66746.
Housing
by rhamilton | Jun 20, 2018 | Updates
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Texas has been awarded over $13 million in grant funding for the rebuilding of commercial and recreational fishing industries affected by Hurricane Harvey. This announcement comes after Governor Abbott sent a letter to U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross in February requesting that the Department of Commerce recognize a federal fishery resources disaster along the Texas Gulf Coast.
“The economic impact of Texas’ commercial and recreational fishing industries is of tremendous importance to both residents and tourists alike,” said Governor Abbott. “These funds will provide coastal businesses with the additional resources they require in order to make a full recovery. I thank our federal partners and Secretary Ross for recognizing the critical role the fishing industry plays in the Lone Star State and the U.S. economy.”
The more than $13 million in grants announced today is a part of $200 million allocated by the Department of Commerce to states affected by declared fishery resources disasters.
by rhamilton | Jun 18, 2018 | Updates
Infographics make it easy to understand the facts and figures of the local recovery efforts throughout Texas following Hurricane Harvey.
These infographics were compiled, created, and updated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). They include information about the assistance provided so far, the number of survivors currently in temporary housing and innovative repair programs, and more.
The statewide figures were updated on June 18, 2018, and the county-by-county information – as well as the city-specific information for Houston, Port Aransas, and Rockport – is current as of June 15, 2018. All infographics will continue to be updated throughout the recovery process.
You can view or download the latest recovery infographics for the state, for all counties, and for three specific cities affected by Hurricane Harvey below.
Statewide:
Download (PDF, 12.98MB)
Counties and Select Cities:
Download (PDF, 4.11MB)
by rhamilton | Jun 12, 2018 | Updates
Infographics make it easy to understand the facts and figures of the local recovery efforts throughout Texas following Hurricane Harvey.
These infographics were compiled, created, and updated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). They include information about the assistance provided so far, the number of survivors currently in temporary housing and innovative repair programs, and more.
The statewide figures were updated on June 11, 2018, and the county-by-county information – as well as the city-specific information for Houston, Port Aransas, and Rockport – is current as of June 8, 2018. All infographics will continue to be updated throughout the recovery process.
You can view or download the latest recovery infographics for the state, for all counties, and for three specific cities affected by Hurricane Harvey below.
Statewide:
Download (PDF, 13.03MB)
Counties and Select Cities:
Download (PDF, 4.11MB)