If you were impacted by the May 25, 2024, tornado that hit Cooke and Denton County, please follow the guidelines below for the next steps for assistance. Please take the appropriate steps to receive assistance via the State or Federal resources. Remember to contact your insurance agency first.
Submit a FEMA Application:
Denton County Residents:
Multi-Agency Resource Center & Disaster Recovery Center: Denton County residents affected by the tornados will be connected to FEMA, Denton County Emergency Management, and Denton County VOAD resources. Butterfield Elementary - 291 Indian Lane, Sanger, TX The MARC center will be open: Friday, June 7, 7 am - 7 pm Saturday, June 8, 7 am - 7 pm Sunday, June 9, 1 pm - 6 pm The DRC (operated by FEMA) will remain open from 7 am - 7 pm thru June.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Workers and self-employed individuals in the designated counties who have been unable to work due to damage sustained from the severe weather may be eligible for DUA benefits. Individuals can apply for benefits online through Unemployment Benefit Services or by calling TWC at (800) 939-6631 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Individuals should specify that their applications are related to the damage caused by severe weather. Applications for DUA benefits under this declaration must be submitted by July 16, 2024.
Submit an iSTAT Damage Survey:
Shelter Resources:
Other Community Resources:
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