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US President Joe Biden approves major disaster declaration for Texas
US President Joe Biden has approved a major disaster declaration for Texas after it suffered widespread power blackouts and water shortages during a deadly deep freeze.
Key points:
- More than 195,000 homes remain without power
- US President Joe Biden had already declared states of emergency in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana
- A federal agency has sent generators and supplies, including fuel, water, blankets and ready-to-eat meals to affected areas
Millions of residents in the United States’ biggest oil and gas producing state have dealt with power outages, and nearly half of Texas residents on Friday had to endure disrupted water service.
The action makes federal funding available to individuals across the state, including assistance for…
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