Texas Disaster: Why Fraud Warnings Are Crucial For Flood Victims

The flooding in the state of Texas has left many seeking both assistance and funds to get their lives back on track. However, there are bad actors seeking to take advantage of those who have harmed by the storm. So much so that FEMA has now put out a warning.

Why Is FEMA Warning Texans Of Fraud In The State?

FEMA released a statement about the existence of scams following the floods in the state, which a portion of it said the following:

"Texas survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud after the storms and flooding that began July 2."

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One of the situations mentioned is that a FEMA inspector reaches out to somebody affected by the tragedy. If the person hasn't made an effort to contact FEMA, then it's possible that person's information was stolen and used to make a false application. If this occurs, the person in question should immediately tell the inspector to put a stop to the situation.

If One In Texas Encounters This, What Should You Do?

Per the release, if one appears to find a fraudulent situation like the one listed above, a Texan has multiple ways to report it. They can email StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov or phone the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Writing to FEMA is also an option, with the address being 400 C Street SW Mail Stop 3005, Washington, DC 20472-3005.

Remember to be smart and safe Texas and avoid falling victim to scams!