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President Donald Trump is visiting Texas on Friday to assess catastrophic flooding that has killed at least 120 people. Despite his past calls to phase out the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Trump has praised the federal response to the disaster.

The data also highlights critical risks in other areas along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, revealing more than twice as many Americans live in flood prone areas than FEMA's maps show.

Gov. Greg Abbott and top emergency official in Texas are both members of a council advising the Trump administration on options for eliminating the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

When Denton County experienced deadly tornadoes and straight-line winds in 2024, the Federal Emergency Management Agency provided more than $306 million in assistance.

Disaster assistance centers have been opened to help people affected by recent severe weather. Victims can can get hands-on help applying for financial assistance.

There are now 35 counties in Texas that are eligible to apply for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's individual assistance program.

Storms tore through North Texas on Saturday night, killing seven people, including children. The small community of Valley View was hit especially hard.

An EF-2 tornado touched down in Valley View as storms ripped across North Texas overnight Saturday. Gov. Greg Abbott said cleanup efforts have begun.

At least 54 Arkansas residents were injured and one is dead after the March 31 tornadoes, according to a spokesperson with the National Weather Service.

More than a month after record-breaking rain flooded out many North Texans, time and money are running out for Balch Springs families who still have no place to go.

Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins says officials are preparing a report to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. If FEMA recommends a disaster declaration and President Biden signs one, residents could get individual assistance for damage to homes and businesses.

Texans can still apply for federal funds to help cover funeral costs for COVID-related deaths and there is currently no application deadline.