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FEMA and AG Paxton warn people of potential fraud scams

Texas Public Radio
Published July 15, 2025 at 10:30 AM CDT

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Attorney General Ken Paxton warned people of potential fraud scams following the catastrophic flooding.

FEMA warned of scammers impersonating FEMA officials and approaching people in the Hill Country.

FEMA said all officials carry identification badges with photo IDs and will never ask for payment or personal financial information.

Paxton encouraged anyone making donations to use reputable and verified channels.

He issued a warning letter to Tray Coppola, who organized an unverified GoFundMe fundraiser. Paxton ordered Cappolla to return funds or face legal action.

Survivors who believe they are already the victim of a scam can report it to the Texas Attorney General Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-621-0508.

Signs direct volunteers and community members to relief centers in Kerrville.
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The organizations working together to help the flood victims said that 'no additional in-kind donations (clothing, food, supplies) are needed in Kerrville.' They said the best way to help is with monetary donations.