FEMA Fire Management Assistance Declaration – Texas 8 Ball Fire

FEMA Alert
February 18, 2026

FEMA has issued a Fire Management Assistance Declaration for the state of Texas to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas affected by the 8 Ball Fire on February 17, 2026.  The following counties have been approved for assistance:

Public Assistance:

  • Armstrong
  • Donley

 

Texas 8 Ball Fire (FM-5619-TX)

List of Affected Zip Codes

 

Additional Resources

FEMA’s web site

FEMA’s Disaster Declaration Process

Safeguard Properties Industry Alerts

HUD Moratorium on Foreclosure

VA’s Policy Regarding Natural Disasters

Freddie Mac Disaster Relief Policies

Fannie Mae’s Natural Disaster Relief Policies