Winter Storm Resources for
You and Your Business
Mayor Corbin Van Arsdale has issued a Declaration of Local State of Disaster, activating the appropriate recovery, rehabilitation and aid provisions of the City of Cedar Park’s Emergency Management Plan, pursuant to Texas Government Code 418.108(d). It effectively begins the process of facilitating Federal and State reimbursement for expenditures related to the severe weather event. The Declaration is valid for seven (7) days from today, February 18, 2021.
Major Disaster Declaration Approved for
Williamson and Travis Counties (among others)
Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated area can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362 .
FEMA Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.
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Members include plumbing, heating repair, cleaning services,
utilities and much more!
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RESIDENTIAL RESOURCES FROM CITY OF CEDAR PARK
Winter Storm Resources provided by the City of Cedar Park - CLICK HERE
What to do with FALLEN TREES and BRANCHES- CLICK HERE
Most Up-to-Date Information on Trash and Recycling - CLICK HERE
Please note these are residential resources.
Utilize your normal commercial services for your business
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HELPFUL NUMBERS
Emergencies/life-threatening situations: Call 9-1-1
Police non-emergency: Call 512-260-4600, press 0
Power outages: Call your provider, the PEC at 888-883-3379
If you smell natural gas or suspect a gas leak: Exit the area immediately and once at a safe distance call 9-1-1. Then contact your gas provider.
Atmos Energy: 866-322-8667 or
Texas Gas Service: 800-959-5325
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Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) are encouraging Texans to complete the Self Reporting Damage Survey to help the state identify damages across Texas and help emergency management officials gain an understanding of damages that occurred during the recent winter weather. This data is also needed to provide information to FEMA and highlight the need for federal disaster assistance for individuals.
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A Disaster Distress Helpline has also been activated for people coping with stress from the winter storm. This toll-free, multilingual and confidential crisis support line is available 24/7.
People may call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
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OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES
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