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Central Texans look to rebuild but face challenges, as many did not have flood insurance

By Audrey McGlinchy

Published July 19, 2025 at 7:54 AM EDT

As Texans affected by flooding begin to rebuild, many are finding that few funds are available to help. Just 7 percent of homeowners in the state have flood insurance through the federal government.

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