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Gov. Greg Abbott Says Additional Texas Counties Approved for Federal Aid Following Floods
TEXAS, JUL 11 – President Trump approved federal aid expansion for nine Central Texas counties after deadly July 4 floods, with at least 121 confirmed deaths, officials said.
- On July 11, 2025, President Donald Trump approved my request to expand the disaster declaration, making six Central Texas counties eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance.
- Amid the storms, the Guadalupe River overflowed its banks, surging into communities after heavy rainfall began on July 2, and a flash flood emergency alert sounded at 5:30 a.m. on July 4.
- FEMA approved its Public Assistance program covering emergency work and facility repairs, while Bruce Clements said officials will open two Disaster Resource Centers in Liberty Hill and Georgetown.
- In response to the floods, Abbott has called a special session beginning July 21, with improving flood response and disaster preparedness on the agenda.
- Additional counties may be added as damage assessments are completed, with at least nine counties already receiving federal disaster assistance.
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