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  1. 55 minutes ago

    FEMA Colorado Task Force 1 preparing to search for survivors in Beaumont, TX. So far, our teams have rescued 5,985 people.

    Search and rescue members in dark blue uniforms huddle in a group to prepare for rescues.
    Search and rescue members in dark blue uniforms huddle in a group to prepare for rescues.
    Search and rescue members in dark blue uniforms huddle in a group to prepare for rescues.
    7 replies 80 retweets 154 likes
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    3 hours ago

    The members from NY-TF1 (NYPD ESU/FDNY) continue to work tirelessly to help the residents of the community.

    , , and 7 others
    3 replies 64 retweets 172 likes
  3. Retweeted
    Aug 31

    Customers displaced by HARVEY who receive Treasury Checks through U.S. Mail, go here for other Texas locations

    9 replies 92 retweets 53 likes
  4. Retweeted
    Aug 31

    If rain or floodwaters got into your home, take steps to prevent growth.

    , , and 3 others
    12 replies 265 retweets 167 likes
  5. 6 hours ago

    As you clean up after , mold control is critical. Remove standing water & wet materials. More tips:

    A graphic from the CDC on cleaning up mold. Key tips include wearing personal protective equipment like gloves, mask, and goggles, take out anything at was wet with flood water and can't be dried within 24 to 48 hours, and cleaning with water and detergent.
    18 replies 461 retweets 384 likes
  6. 21 hours ago

    Cleaning up after won't disqualify you from disaster assistance, but it's important to keep these tips in mind:

    12 replies 362 retweets 256 likes
  7. 21 hours ago

    FEMA Urban Search & Rescue teams continue to work 24/7 to rescue both people & pets in response to .

    12 replies 207 retweets 390 likes
  8. Retweeted
    23 hours ago

    Latest list of TX counties approved for federal assistance now includes: Polk, Tyler and Walker. Visit to apply.

    4 replies 65 retweets 38 likes
  9. Retweeted
    Aug 31

    Disaster Unemployment Aid Now Available for 11 Additional Texas Counties:

    4 replies 220 retweets 172 likes
  10. Sep 1

    No family member left behind. FEMA Urban Search & Rescue teams have rescued over 4500 survivors & 200 pets after .

    31 replies 482 retweets 925 likes
  11. Retweeted
    Sep 1

    Rumors that fuel shortages in Texas are due to blocking sales are FALSE. Get the facts here:

    3 replies 153 retweets 145 likes
  12. Retweeted
    Sep 1

    It’s been 1 week since made landfall. If you’re struggling, reach out. offers 24/7 support.

    9 replies 447 retweets 274 likes
  13. Retweeted
    Sep 1

    For up-to-date information on Hurricane Harvey/shelter information in Austin, please visit .

    3 replies 65 retweets 47 likes
  14. Sep 1

    ⚡️ Search & rescue teams in action for Hurricane Harvey

    10 replies 168 retweets 302 likes
  15. Aug 31

    Scenes from today's response to . The hard work continues.

    A cargo plane on a runway.
    Three Coast Guard rescue personnel sitting on a boat traveling through floodwaters.
    Five search and rescue personnel in a boat on the floodwater.
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    18 replies 262 retweets 523 likes
  16. Aug 31

    Texas: we’re experiencing a high-call volume to our 800#. We encourage you to use to apply for assistance.

    a graphic showing two ways to apply for disaster aid. online at disasterassistance.gov or through the fema app at fema.gov/mobile-app
    57 replies 1,021 retweets 954 likes
  17. Aug 31

    Our page has resources in Español, Tagalog, Tiếng Việt, 中文, 한국어, اردو, & عربى. You can find them here:

    Several FEMA staff members work in an office.
    228 replies 1,303 retweets 3,595 likes
  18. Aug 31

    Visit the Safe & Well site to find loved ones who marked themselves safe or to register yourself:

    4 replies 234 retweets 212 likes
  19. Aug 31

    Nebraska Task Force One () in action rescuing people after . So far, our search & rescue teams have rescued 3800+ survivors.

    Two search and rescue workers in helmets hold a small dog as one hands it to the other.
    A raft of search and rescue workers in safety gear rescue a small baby from flood waters.
    Two search and rescue workers in safety gear wade through waist high water flooding a suburban street.
    13 replies 306 retweets 673 likes
  20. Aug 31

    To report price gouging & scams following , please visit this resource from the Texas Attorney General:

    13 replies 354 retweets 233 likes

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