FEMA’s Hurricane Harvey Rumor Control – Houston Public Media
Category: Media Control
The disaster of Harvey has created an influx of misinformation, rumors, and scams.
FEMA has created a list of rumors, debunking them and calling out scams.
Below is a list of a few of the debunked rumors.
FUEL SHORTAGES
There are rumors that the fuel shortages in Texas are due to either FEMA blocking sales or fuel being committed elsewhere. This isFALSE. (September 1)
FLOOD INSURANCE
There are reports individuals must file a flood insurance claim before Friday, September 1 because a new Texas law goes into effect that day and all claims filed after Sept. 1 would be negatively impacted. This isFALSE.(August 30)
SHELTERS AND ID CHECK
There are rumors undocumented immigrants cannot go to a shelter because they will be reported to ICE or CBP. This isFalse.(August 27)
For a complete list of rumors visit FEMAs Hurricane Harvey Rumor Control page.
They will update constantly as new rumors and scams are reported
The rest is here:
FEMA's Hurricane Harvey Rumor Control - Houston Public Media
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