WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement thanking FEMA for the opening of Disaster Recovery Centers in Hidalgo County:

“At a time when American families are in crisis and going through their worst, the professionals at FEMA are at their best. They are the unsung heroes that prepare every day for the unimaginable so that when disaster strikes they have a plan and can provide families in crisis with a path forward. I am grateful for their response in this situation.”

The following FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will be opening in Hidalgo County this week:

City of Mission Social Event Center                        

115 South Mayberry Road                                        

Mission, TX  78572                                                   

Opening – 7/18/18 1:00 pm   

City of Weslaco Economic Development Center     

275 South Kansas Ave                                               

Weslaco, TX  78596

Opening – 7/17/18 1:00 pm                               

City of McAllen Library

700 North Main Street

McAllen, TX  78504

Opening 7/20/18 1:00 pm

For additional information on how to apply for a low-interest disaster loan or visit your local Disaster Recovery Center click here

Applicants may apply for help from FEMA by registering on the website DisasterAssistance.gov. There is also a FEMA app for smartphones and tablets.

People without internet access may sign up by calling (800) 621-FEMA (3362).

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