Gov. Abbott announced last Friday that The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended the registration period for individuals whose property was damaged in February’s winter storm until May 20 in the 126 qualifying Texas counties, including Bandera and Medina. Individuals can apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800- 621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. The phone number is operated seven days a week. To apply for disaster assistance, applicants will need their social security number (one per household), address of damaged home or apartment, description of damage, information about insurance coverage, phone number, mailing address and bank account and ...