The Flood Insurance Rate Maps used by FEMA are based on antiquated data and obsolete models. As a result, the U.S. government downplays flood risks for homeowners across the country—but especially in ...
The State Emergency Management Agency today released its latest flood risk data collected as part of its multi-year floodplain mapping project for the Osage River Watershed in the state. SEMA said in ...
Multiple lawmakers on the Indiana Drainage Task Force expressed concerns on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, about the accuracy of the state’s floodplain maps and said they now support a more robust system ...
Key Points on Buying Land with a Floodplain1. Floodplain Mapping:Not all floodplain maps are available on GIS.Adjacent counties may have different mapping statuses.Example: One county may not have its ...
Savannah has experienced above average rainfall this hurricane season, raising concerns about flooding. FEMA's current flood maps, dating back to 2018, may not accurately reflect current flood risks ...