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Free FEMA map provides insight into flood-zone risks
The FEMA Flood Map Service Center offers an interactive map that allows anyone in the U.S. to enter their address and see if they live in a designated flood zone. The tool can also be used to explore other areas, making it helpful for those planning a move, managing a rental property or checking on family or friends in another region.
While FEMA has improved the accuracy and accessibility of the maps over time with better data, digital tools and community ...
Even a small amount of water inside a home can cause costly damage. Here’s how to assess your flood risk and what to do if ...
FEMA is anticipated to open a 90-day public appeal and comment period in the winter where property owners can formally ...
FEMA is required by law to charge fair and accurate rates for flood insurance, and the NFIP’s previous, outdated risk assessment created serious problems on both counts.
The low premiums coupled with high payouts have put the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which is run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), more than $20 billion in debt ...
Standard homeowners’ insurance policies typically don’t cover flood damage. That often comes as a surprise to residents. What ...
Crissy and Avi Eliashar bought their home in Jonestown, Texas, 13 years ago. They never had a problem with flooding until ...
The governor and top emergency official in Texas are both members of a council advising the Trump administration on options for eliminating the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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