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Hardin County
Critical PriorityPublic Safetyopen

Disaster Recovery Assistance

Summary

The county is considering transferring over $1.2 million total from the general fund to temporarily cover upfront federal costs for drainage studies and the Hurricane Safe Room project, ensuring construction and engineering work continues without waiting for federal reimbursements.

At a glance

Total mentions
12
Last 30 days
2

Last discussed May 26, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Over $1.2 million in temporary general fund transfers to be reimbursed by federal grant funds.

✅Who benefits

County residents in drainage project areas and those relying on the hurricane safe room facility.

⚠️Who could be affected

No groups negatively affected

Mentions & discussions (19)

MeetingOct 13, 2026

Commissioners Court — Regular Session — 2026-10-13

The county is considering transferring over $1.2 million total from the general fund to temporarily cover upfront federal costs for drainage studies and the Hurricane Safe Room project, ensuring construction and engineering work continues without waiting for federal reimbursements.

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 11, 2026

Nehemiah’s Vision urges Southeast Texas residents to report storm damage as recovery continues

The nonprofit is urging residents to report any damage, even if it seems minor, because those reports could help communities qualify for additional assistance.

FOX WeatherSep 3, 2026

Over 30K still without power as remnants of Edouard bring more rain after prompting Flash Flood Emergencies

Over 30K still without power as remnants of Edouard bring more rain after prompting Flash Flood Emergencies FOX Weather

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 3, 2026

LIVE UPDATES: Thousands remain without power day after Edouard moves through SE Texas, US 69 north of Kountze reopens

Live updates after Tropical Storm Edouard's Tuesday landfall. More than 60,000 southeast Texas power customers were without power Wednesday morning.

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 3, 2026

21 patients evacuated from Hardin County facility after storm damage

Texas Game Wardens rescued 21 nonambulatory patients from a Hardin County facility as Tropical Storm Edouard hit, continuing to aid emergency responses.

12newsnow.comSep 2, 2026

LIVE UPDATES: Thousands remain without power day after Edouard moves through SE Texas, US 69 north of Kountze reopens

LIVE UPDATES: Thousands remain without power day after Edouard moves through SE Texas, US 69 north of Kountze reopens 12newsnow.com

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 2, 2026

Here's how much rain Tropical Storm Edouard dumped in the Beaumont area

Tropical Storm Edouard dumped more than 20 inches of rain near the Tyler-Hardin county line, causing flash flooding.

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 2, 2026

Tropical Depression Edouard brings flash flood threat to Southeast Texas, Piney Woods

The National Weather Prediction Center's final Edouard advisory came as a flash flood emergency hit Hardin and Tyler counties Wednesday.

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 2, 2026

Southeast Texas residents capture storm damage after Tropical Storm Edouard makes landfall

Tropical Storm Edouard pummeled Southeast Texas, leaving thousands powerless and causing significant property damage.

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Sep 2, 2026

Flash flood emergency declared for Kountze area

National Weather Service says 10 to 21 inches of rain have fallen near Kountze, Village Mills and Honey Island; residents told to seek higher ground now.

12NewsNow (KBMT Beaumont)Aug 28, 2026

Is your property at risk of a landslide? This map may hold the answer.

A U.S. Geological Survey map reveals nearly half of the country is at risk of landslides, highlighting the critical need for awareness and preparedness.

12newsnow.comJun 16, 2026

Hardin County flooding follows eight inches of rain in one day

Hardin County flooding follows eight inches of rain in one day 12newsnow.com

MeetingMay 26, 2026

Commissioners Court — Regular Session — 2026-05-26

The Texas General Land Office is offering financial aid for homeowners impacted by 2024 storms. Residents can apply for either repair/reconstruction assistance or reimbursement for out-of-pocket repair costs.

Beaumont EnterpriseNov 18, 2024

Update: Tornado warning issued for two Southeast Texas counties

Update: Tornado warning issued for two Southeast Texas counties Beaumont Enterprise

12newsnow.comApr 11, 2024

Newton, Hardin, Jasper Counties, Kirbyville declare disasters following Wednesday's storms

Newton, Hardin, Jasper Counties, Kirbyville declare disasters following Wednesday's storms 12newsnow.com

fox4beaumont.comJun 11, 2023

Hardin County Judge issues Disaster Declaration due to storm damage

Hardin County Judge issues Disaster Declaration due to storm damage fox4beaumont.com

Beaumont EnterpriseJun 11, 2023

Hardin County declares disaster after Saturday storm

Hardin County declares disaster after Saturday storm Beaumont Enterprise

Beaumont EnterpriseApr 24, 2022

Section of Hardin County dam breached

Section of Hardin County dam breached Beaumont Enterprise

12newsnow.comApr 24, 2022

Hardin County dam expected to breach soon, Wildwood Resort City residents advised to evacuate lake

Hardin County dam expected to breach soon, Wildwood Resort City residents advised to evacuate lake 12newsnow.com

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