Disaster history, Harris County

Every federal declaration since 1973, live from OpenFEMA. Past aid is not a promise of future aid.

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Declarations unlock programs. They do not guarantee you money.

Individual Assistance is declared per event and per county. A declaration for Public Assistance only means no FEMA grants to households for that event. Always check the current declaration on DisasterAssistance.gov before assuming anything.

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Official declaration desks

Status, maps, and claim portals change by the hour. Open the org site. Do not trust a screenshot from last night.

  • FEMA.gov Declarations, DRC locator, and scam warnings. FEMA will not demand gift cards.
  • DisasterAssistance.gov Apply when a declaration covers your county. Aid generally cannot duplicate insurance.
  • SBA disaster loans Home and business loans after a declaration. Separate from FEMA grants.
  • Ready Harris Harris County OEM notices, alerts, and shelter posts. Recheck before you drive.

Do this next 1. If a current declaration covers Harris County, start at NFIP and FEMA phones.
2. Read what to do while a declaration is pending.
3. Build your claim packet tonight.