(Austin) — More help could soon be on the way for local residents impacted by the recent flooding. Guadalupe County has now been added to the federal disaster declaration list, following a recent announcement by Governor Greg Abbott.
That means individuals and families in this area may now qualify for FEMA assistance programs to help with recovery efforts. The declaration, issued under President Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration, also includes Kimble, McCulloch, and Menard Counties for individual aid.
Six other counties — Edwards, Lampasas, Real, Reeves, Schleicher, and Sutton — have been approved for FEMA’s public assistance program.
“I thank President Trump for approving these 10 additional counties for critical disaster assistance,” said Governor Abbott. “This approval will help Texas families and communities rebuild after the catastrophic floods that impacted so many Texans across our state. Workers and self-employed Texans in Guadalupe, Kimble, McCulloch, and Menard counties can also now apply to receive crucial Disaster Unemployment Assistance. Texas will continue to work closely with local and federal officials to ensure every affected community has the resources and support they need to heal and rebuild.”
Officials say more counties may be added as damage assessments continue to be sent to the state.