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  • Drainage improvement project underway in McAllen Play Video

    February 19, 2020 6:05 PM

    MCALLEN – Streets remain closed in the city of McAllen as they work on a new storm sewer system. The city says residents who live from La Vista to Daffodil avenues may not have to worry. The project is scheduled to be completed by March 13. It takes... more »
  • McAllen Approved to Receive More Than $109K Reimbursement for Migrant Care Play Video

    December 3, 2019 6:06 PM

    MCALLEN – The city of McAllen is getting back money for helping with the humanitarian crisis. From January to July, the city spent nearly $180,000 of taxpayer money on migrants. Earlier this year, the city applied for reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. On Monday, the... more »
  • Contratista deja casa de víctima de inundaciones sin terminar Play Video

    October 9, 2019 9:36 PM

    WESLACO - El dinero de ayuda que recibió tras las inundaciones de junio para reparar la casa de sus sueños tras su retiro desapareció. Lydia Gonzalez dice que todo fue porque un contratista nunca terminó el trabajo. Gonzalez le dio al contratista $16,000 para comenzar el trabajo. ... more »
  • Contractor Leaves Valley Flood Victim with Unfinished Home Play Video

    October 9, 2019 6:07 PM

    WESLACO – The cash going towards fixing up a Rio Grande Valley woman's retirement dream home after the June floods is gone. Lydia Gonzalez claimed the contractor didn't finish. Gonzalez gave the contractor $16,000 to start the work. She says $6,529 were from a FEMA flood relief... more »
  • Centros de recuperación de FEMA en el Valle cerrarán esta semana Play Video

    September 23, 2019 10:14 PM

    WESLACO - FEMA anunció que los centros de recuperación ubicados en el Valle del Río Grande se retiran. "El centro de La Villa va cerrar mañana martes a las 7:00 de la noche, el de Raymondville va cerrar el dia 25 a las 7:00 de la noche, y el... more »
  • FEMA Recovery Centers in the Valley to Close This Week Play Video

    September 23, 2019 5:12 PM

    WESLACO – All three of the FEMA recovery centers in the Rio Grande Valley will close this week. The centers opened after the June storm. The La Villa center will close first at the end of the workday Tuesday. The center at the Raymondville location will close... more »
  • Centros de FEMA seguirán abiertos después de fecha límite Play Video

    September 16, 2019 8:51 PM

    LA VILLA - El lunes 16 de septiembre es la fecha límite de las víctimas de las inundaciones para solicitar ayuda en las zonas declaradas, pero eso no significa que los centros cierren permanentemente sus puertas. FEMA continuará en el valle hasta nuevo aviso . Representantes de FEMA... more »
  • FEMA Representative Advises to Follow Codes when Rebuilding Home Play Video

    August 22, 2019 5:49 PM

    WESLACO – Recovering from a natural disaster often involves reconstruction. FEMA representatives are advising people when you rebuild, you can't ignore the law. If rebuilding is part of your recovery you need to make sure you are following local, state and federal construction codes to avoid breaking the... more »
  • FEMA Representative Advises to Appeal if Denied for Assistance before Deadline Play Video

    August 21, 2019 6:19 PM

    WESLACO – There is less than a month before the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance in the Rio Grande Valley. Don’t disqualify yourself and don’t take matters into your own hands if you don’t have to. Just because your initial application was denied doesn’t mean you won’t... more »
  • FEMA Denies Valley Family Assistance While State Inspector Claims Home Unlivable Play Video

    August 20, 2019 5:38 PM

    RAYMONDVILLE – A Raymondville family has one more chance to receive FEMA assistance. According to them, FEMA has claimed twice their home is in livable conditions. June floodwaters forced Mary Rodriguez’s parents out of their home with nowhere to go, so she took them in. It was... more »
  • Asistencia de FEMA sobrepasa los 10 millones Play Video

    August 19, 2019 9:32 PM

    LA VILLA - Continúan abiertos los centros de recuperación en el Valle, pero sus horas de servicio cambiaron. La asistencia de FEMA para los sobrevivientes de las inundaciones del sur de Texas sobrepasa los $10 millones. Hablamos con Alberto Pillot, vocero de FEMA, y nos detalló en qué... more »
  • FEMA visita residentes tras poca asistencia a centros de recuperación Play Video

    August 2, 2019 3:46 PM

    LA VILLA - La Agencia Federal para Manejo de Emergencias, o FEMA por sus siglas en inglés, sigue haciendo lo posible para animar a las personas afectadas por las inundaciones del mes de junio a que soliciten ayuda. Por la poca asistencia en los centros de recuperación voluntarios de... more »
  • Señalan importancia de solicitar ayuda de FEMA Play Video

    August 1, 2019 9:58 PM

    LA VILLA - Personal de FEMA señala que han recibido una baja cantidad de personas que fueron afectadas por las inundaciones en sus centros de recuperación. Por esta razón, representantes de FEMA exhortan a la comunidad que se vio afectada tras las inundaciones de junio para que acudan a... more »
  • Valley Family Begins Preparing for Flood Damage Prevention Play Video

    August 1, 2019 6:18 PM

    WESLACO - FEMA wants people to know that preparing for the next storm is an important part of recovering from the last one. One family spoke with CHANNEL FIVE NEWS about the work being done at their home. Mindy Garza started repairs to her home this week.... more »
  • FEMA Visits Residents Following Low Turnout at Centers Play Video

    August 1, 2019 5:45 PM

    WESLACO - A low turnout at FEMA centers is pushing representatives on the ground to go knocking on doors. They're urging people affected by the June floods to register. Linda Martinez is among a group of FEMA representatives visiting the remains of a horrific storm. ... more »
  • Representantes de FEMA aclaran que puede calificar para ayuda sin ser ciudadano Play Video

    July 31, 2019 9:41 PM

    WESLACO - Se reporta poca presencia de solicitantes que acuden a los centros de FEMA. Hay tres centros en el valle pero solamente cada lugar recibe un promedio de 30 a 50 personas diarimente. FEMA explica la manera de asistir a las personas que piensan que no... more »
  • New Partnership with FEMA to Help Flood Victims with Immediate Assistance Play Video

    July 30, 2019 9:07 PM

    LA FERIA - A new partnership with FEMA to help flood victims get emergency assistance is now available. Representatives say they want more people applying for assistance at disaster recovery centers. Tuesday afternoon only about 45 people went to La Villa Youth Center to seek assistance. Maria... more »
  • Advertencia de FEMA a personas desalojadas de sus hogares Play Video

    July 30, 2019 2:47 PM

    WESLACO - Una nueva advertencia de parte de FEMA relacionada con el desalojo de personas de sus hogares debido a las tormentas del mes pasado. El martes, representantes de FEMA estarán apoyando a residentes con el proceso de aplicación para la asistencia federal. De la misma manera... more »
  • FEMA Concerned with Verbal Evictions in Rio Grande Valley Play Video

    July 29, 2019 10:59 PM

    WESLACO - The Federal Emergency Management Agency is expressing concern of multiple incidents of verbal evictions in the Valley. They want to let the community know there is legal assistance available. Reports of damage and displacement surfaced just as soon as the water rose during June's flooding. Almost... more »
  • Familia del Valle busca ayuda tras negárseles ayuda federal Play Video

    July 29, 2019 9:39 PM

    RAYMONDVILLE - Las f amilias que necesitan ayuda después de las inundaciones del mes pasado pueden aplicar a tres diferentes centros de FEMA en el Valle del Río Grande, pero no todos califican. La familia Rodriguez está en busca de ayuda. Su casa se está cayendo a pedazos, sostenida... more »
  • Valley Family Seeks Help After Damaged Home Declared Livable Play Video

    July 29, 2019 5:38 PM

    WESLACO - Families needing help after last month's flooding can apply at three different FEMA centers in the Rio Grande Valley. However, not everyone qualifies. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke to one family that says FEMA turned them down. They say their home is falling apart; mold is... more »
  • Free Legal Assistance Available for Valley Flood Victims

    July 25, 2019 5:00 PM

    WESLACO – Multiple agencies and organizations are providing legal assistance to low-income individuals impacted by last month’s floods. Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, the State Bar of Texas, the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, FEMA along with other organizations will help flood victims with: Securing government benefits... more »
  • Centro de FEMA abre sus puertas a residentes afectados por inundaciones Play Video

    July 22, 2019 9:13 PM

    LA FERIA - El lunes FEMA abrió sus puertas para poder brindarle ayuda a los damnificados por las pasadas inundaciones. Luego de las inundaciones del mes pasado, algunos funcionarios de diferentes ciudades se hicieron presentes para brindar información a las personas que necesitan asistencia. Diferentes organizaciones se reunieron... more »
  • Free Bus Service Available for Cameron Co. Flood Victims

    July 22, 2019 4:56 PM

    LA FERIA – Bus service will be available to Cameron County residents who need to lift to the FEMA center in La Feria. For a limited time, free transportation to the disaster recovery center will be provided from Thursday, July 25 to Saturday, July 27. The route schedule... more »
  • FEMA Warning Valley Flood Victims of Imposter Posing as Federal Employees Play Video

    July 22, 2019 3:28 PM

    SANTA ROSA – Disaster relief is still ongoing and now with FEMA in the Rio Grande Valley, the agency is warning of the possibility of imposters. It’s happened all over the nation after a natural disaster and FEMA representatives don’t want people in the Valley to fall victim to... more »
  • First FEMA Recovery Center Opens in La Feria Play Video

    July 22, 2019 11:32 AM

    LA FERIA – Residents in Cameron County affected by the June floods now have a place to register for federal assistance. The recovery center is located at 1001 Pancho Maples Drive in La Feria. It’s open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents wanting to apply for assistance... more »
  • FEMA to Open Disaster Recovery Center in Cameron County Play Video

    July 20, 2019 4:21 PM

    CAMERON COUNTY- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will soon open to residents dealing with damages from flooding in June. The location and hours of operation are as follows: La Feria Safe Room 1001 Pancho Maples Drive Monday July 22: 10a.m.- 7p.m. After this date,... more »
  • Elegibilidad para asistencia de FEMA Play Video

    July 19, 2019 4:48 PM

    WESLACO - Muchas víctimas de las inundaciones recibieron ayuda de FEMA el año pasado, pero algunas de ellas no obtuvieron seguro contra inundaciones, lo que puede afectar su asistencia. Los representantes de FEMA mencionan que limitaría o probablemente eliminaria sus posibilidades para una subvencion. Pero aún... more »
  • Esperanza para residentes de Santa Rosa tras declaración de desastre Play Video

    July 18, 2019 8:51 PM

    WESLACO - Algunas zonas del Valle fueron declaradas en desastre a nivel federal y muchos de los afectados por las inundaciones del mes pasado buscan aplicar para la ayuda de FEMA. Un hogar en Santa Rosa finalmente se secó. La familia Ponce busca entre los restos. Carmen... more »
  • Flood Insurance to Impact FEMA Assistance Eligibility Play Video

    July 18, 2019 5:37 PM

    WESLACO - Many flood victims were helped by FEMA last year, but some of them didn't get flood insurance, which can impact their assistance. Lesvia Rivera says she's still recovering from the June floods of 2018. She tells us she got help from FEMA last year, but she... more »
  • Representantes de FEMA terminan evaluaciones Play Video

    July 5, 2019 10:22 AM

    VALLE DEL RIO GRANDE - Representantes de FEMA terminaron sus evaluaciones en los condados Hidalgo, Cameron y Willacy. Los cuatro equipos de inspectores elaboran el reporte final con la información recopilada y esperan finalizarlo hoy. El gobernador G reg A bbott puede utilizar ese reporte para solicitar... more »
  • Cameron Co. Flood Victims Asked to File Report of Damages Play Video

    July 3, 2019 5:34 PM

    SANTA ROSA – A new message from storm victims from authorities in Cameron County. They want residents to report any kind of damage caused by last week’s storm. There are still places in the Rio Grande Valley experiencing flooding. The damage in these areas is extensive. ... more »
  • Oficiales de FEMA recorren áreas afectadas por inundaciones Play Video

    July 3, 2019 10:11 AM

    HARLINGEN - Equipos federales de gestión de emergencias recorren algunas de las áreas del Valle más afectadas por las lluvias de la semana pasada. El martes visitaron sitios en el condado Cameron. Un representante de FEMA que confirma que su personal evalúa los daños en el condado... more »
  • Community Service Agency Urges Public to Take Precautions Cleaning Up after the Floods Play Video

    June 28, 2019 5:33 PM

    WESLACO – Parts of the Rio Grande Valley remain flooded, but for many others the waters have finally subsided and now people are trying to salvage what they can. Although, if people don’t do it properly, they can be moving back into a health hazard. Ray Yanez, originally... more »
  • FEMA Releases Additional Personal Information to Contractor Play Video

    March 22, 2019 10:47 PM

    WESLACO - A federal agency tasked with helping disaster survivors put the information of millions at risk. The Homeland Security Department’s Office of Inspector General found FEMA wrongly released the personal information of millions of people. The information was released to a contractor that helps provide temporary housing... more »
  • Contractor Allegedly Jailed Before Completing Job for Mercedes Woman Play Video

    January 28, 2019 4:59 PM

    MERCEDES – A local woman says her home is still unfinished after paying a contractor thousands of dollars to repair damage from June's floods. Diana Grower says her home on Colorado Street in Mercedes got about six inches of water inside. She says the Federal Emergency Management Agency... more »
  • Edinburg Man Inquiring about Possibility of Drainage Projects Play Video

    January 16, 2019 4:59 PM

    EDINBURG – An Edinburg man is concerned about flooding near his home. Retired U.S. marine Ismael Garza says the Federal Emergency Management Agency wasn’t any help during last year’s floods. "No help from FEMA. They denied the claims. They said it wasn't enough damage,” Garza explains. He... more »
  • FEMA Niega Asistencia tras Inundaciones en Condado Brooks Play Video

    October 19, 2018 11:34 PM

    FALFURRIAS – Al Condado Brooks le fue denegada asistencia de la Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias tras las inundaciones de junio. Representantes del lugar dice que el condado dicen que deberían de haber sido aprobados. El Congresista Vicente Gonzalez dice que apelaran la decisión para las zonas al... more »
  • Flood Victims Have 2 Days to Apply for FEMA Assistance Play Video

    September 3, 2018 12:44 PM

    WESLACO – Flood victims have two days to apply for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The deadline to apply is Sept. 4. You can apply online at FEMA.gov or by phone at 1-800-621-3362. You can also apply in person at one of the addresses listed below. 275... more »
  • Valley Sisters Denied FEMA Assistance Due to Misspelling Play Video

    July 31, 2018 9:40 PM

    WESLACO – Two Rio Grande Valley sisters were denied assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency because of a misspelling. The women say they need repairs to fix damage caused by the recent flooding so that they can continue to live at their home. FEMA says you have 60 days... more »
  • FEMA Approves More Than $2 Million to Improve Drainage in McAllen Play Video

    July 24, 2018 10:04 PM

    MCALLEN – The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved funding of more than $2 million for the City of McAllen to improve the drainage systems. June’s flooding proved a 30-year-old drainage system is in need of an update. The funds will go to the ‘Westway Heights Drainage Project’ to help... more »
  • Public Property Damage Must Meet Thresholds to Receive FEMA Funding Play Video

    July 12, 2018 5:59 PM

    WESLACO – Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency are looking into flood damage on public property in the Rio Grande Valley. Valley counties that are looking for funding will have to reach a certain threshold. “We sustained damage in the county, and we're trying to make sure that that... more »
  • FEMA Arrives in RGV to Evaluate Flood Damage Play Video

    June 27, 2018 4:45 PM

    WESLACO – As per the state’s request, FEMA has now arrived in the Rio Grande Valley. Federal funds are still pending until a federal disaster declaration form is signed by the president. FEMA officials tell us they will tour damaged homes and gather information needed for preliminary damage assessments. Watch... more »
  • Some Residents Affected by Flooding May Not Qualify for Assistance Play Video

    June 26, 2018 10:54 PM

    WESLACO – Many people whose homes got flooded are in the clean-up process. Though many are hopeful for assistance from FEMA, some may not qualify. One resident tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS that he and all of his neighbors have lost everything. They are hoping for a disaster declaration from President... more »
  • FEMA Alerts Texas Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season Play Video

    June 11, 2018 3:05 PM

    WESLACO – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is alerting Texas residents to ensure a communication plan is in place during hurricane season. The agency suggests keeping a copy of phone numbers from family members, as well as insurance companies, schools and doctors. FEMA also recommends arranging a meeting place in... more »
  • FEMA Tiene Nueva Estrategia para Prepararse ante Situaciones Peligrosas

    March 29, 2018 9:32 AM

    MCALLEN – Los recientes eventos climatológicos en el estado incitaron a la Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias ha aplicar un nuevo plan de estrategia. El director regional de FEMA Tony Robinson es el responsable de dirigir y liderar la agencia en Texas. Se reunió con rescatistas y servicios... more »
  • Updated FEMA System to Improve Emergency Response Play Video

    October 18, 2017 6:09 PM

    WESLACO – Updates to the National Incident Management System are set to benefit victims and first responders alike. FEMA reviewed over 3,000 comments and made adjustments to the system geared at guiding groups both in the public and private sector during any incident response. The Emergency Management Coordinator for Cameron... more »
  • Organizations Reach Out as People in US Illegally Avoid FEMA Aid Play Video

    September 20, 2017 12:35 PM

    WESLACO – Places of worship land private charities are playing a larger role in Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts for people in the country illegally. Those people are not eligible for federal disaster aid, but their children qualify if they have legal status and are under 18 years of age. FEMA’s... more »
  • FEMA Warns Hurricane Victims on False Contractors Play Video

    September 13, 2017 9:00 PM

    WESLACO – Millions of people are impacted from not only Hurricane Harvey, but from Hurricane Irma as well. Relief organizations including the Federal Emergency Management Agency are all tasked now with not only the cleanup, but also with rebuilding efforts. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke to FEMA about the work they’re... more »
  • State, Federal Agencies Begin Organizing Harvey Rebuilding Effort Play Video

    September 4, 2017 6:31 PM

    WESLACO – FEMA along with the state have opened up a joint field operations office to help organize the recovery processes in Harvey-hit areas. More than half a million families have already registered with FEMA. With more expected to join the list, state and federal officials are gearing up for... more »
  • FEMA Permanecerá en Áreas Afectadas para Ayudar a Damnificados

    August 31, 2017 6:30 PM

    ROCKPORT – Las personas están regresando a Rockport para evaluar los daños que causó el Huracán Harvey en sus casas y propiedades. El vice-presidente de los Estados Unidos, Mike Pence, también se unió a ellos el jueves por la mañana. Un equipo de CHANNEL 5 NEWS estuvo presente cuando su... more »
  • FEMA to Remain in Harvey-Impacted Areas to Assist Residents Play Video

    August 31, 2017 4:38 PM

    ROCKPORT – People are returning to Rockport to assess the damage Hurricane Harvey caused to their homes and property. U.S. Vice President Mike Pence also joined them Thursday morning. A CHANNEL 5 NEWS crew was present as his motorcade drove back to Rockport around 1:50 p.m. on Thursday. The group... more »
  • Local Hotel Offering Shelter to Hurricane Evacuees

    August 30, 2017 1:58 PM

    HARLINGEN – Many people in the Coastal Bend are returning home to find unlivable conditions. One Rio Grande Valley hotel is offering shelter to those evacuees. “I started praying and quoting scripture at the top of my lungs,” Aransas Pass evacuee Jule Evans said. He decided to stay in Aransas... more »
  • FEMA Helping Rockport Residents Impacted by Hurricane Play Video

    August 29, 2017 5:49 PM

    ROCKPORT – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is now on the ground after Hurricane Harvey took direct aim at coastal areas of east Texas. In Corpus Christi, things look fairly normal. But heading north on the Nueces Bay Causeway, conditions deteriorate quickly. A CHANNEL 5 NEWS crew was in Rockport... more »
  • FEMA Offering Assistance to Counties Affected by Hurricane Harvey

    August 26, 2017 10:53 PM

    WESLACO – A Major Disaster Declaration was announced by President Donald Trump on Friday before Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas. FEMA is offering resources to the affected counties. The six counties affected by the hurricane are - Bee, Goliad, Kleberg, Nueces, San Patricio and Refugio. According to FEMA, the... more »
  • FEMA to Review Homeowners’ Applications Affected by Hurricane Dolly Play Video

    February 23, 2017 6:31 PM

    BROWNSVILLE – Long overdue money could be on its way to several Rio Grande Valley families. A federal judge ruled money due since Hurricane Dolly must be sent to cover repair for thousands of homes. An estimated 24,000 families were denied help for their damaged home when Hurricane Dolly hit... more »
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