In Central Texas, floodwaters have receded—but for many families, the difficult part is just beginning.
Communities like Burnet, Williamson, and Travis counties have seen homes gutted, vehicles swept away, and belongings destroyed. But beyond the physical cleanup, survivors are now navigating an overwhelming maze of insurance policies, federal assistance, and paperwork.
In the Big Sandy Creek area, crews are still assessing the damage to determine if it meets the federal threshold for disaster assistance. So far, Burnet, Williamson, and Travis counties have qualified for FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program, which provides direct assistance to residents. However, only Burnet County has been approved for public assistance, which funds emergency repairs and cleanup for local governments…