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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11321
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations, which affect how communities manage floodplain areas. These changes might involve adjustments to Base Flood Elevation (BFE) levels, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries, or the regulatory floodway as shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). Communities must adopt these changes to stay in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Comments are due by May 25, 2021, and more information can be accessed through FEMA's online portals. This process allows communities to understand potential impacts on flood insurance rates and develop necessary management strategies.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is asking people to share their thoughts on possible changes to maps that show which areas might flood, so that towns can be better prepared and people can know how much their flood insurance might cost.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1514
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on proposed changes to flood hazard areas, such as changes to Base Flood Elevation or Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries. These changes are shown on the preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for certain communities. The information helps communities participate in the National Flood Insurance Program. Comments must be submitted by April 8, 2025, and affected communities can view and compare maps online.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to hear what people think about changes to flood maps that show where areas might flood. They need this information to help people get flood insurance, and everyone has until April 8, 2025, to give their opinions.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102933
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced proposed changes to flood hazard determinations, which involve updates to flood maps and supporting studies for specific communities. These changes affect elements like the Base Flood Elevation and the boundaries of Special Flood Hazard Areas, which are used for floodplain management and insurance purposes. Public comments are invited by March 18, 2025, to provide feedback on these determinations. The preliminary and current maps can be accessed online for comparison, and communities can appeal these proposed changes if they meet certain criteria.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to change some maps that show where floods might happen, and they're asking people to help by telling them what they think before March 18, 2025. These maps help decide who needs special flood insurance and how communities can plan to stay safe from floods.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13768
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a notice asking for public comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations for certain communities. These changes might involve alterations to Base Flood Elevation, flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries, or regulatory floodway designations on Flood Insurance Rate Maps and related reports. Submissions are due by June 24, 2025, and the proposed changes aim to ensure communities meet floodplain management requirements necessary for participating in the National Flood Insurance Program. Community members can access the relevant documents online or at local map repositories for review and comparison.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is asking people to share their thoughts about changes to maps that show which areas are likely to flood. These maps will help communities stay safe and buy flood insurance.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1521
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a notice requesting public comments on proposed flood hazard determinations. These determinations may change elements like Base Flood Elevations and Special Flood Hazard Areas on Flood Insurance Rate Maps, which are important for communities to remain part of the National Flood Insurance Program. Comments are due by April 8, 2025, and can be submitted online or via mail. Community members can review the preliminary maps and reports on FEMA's websites or at local Community Map Repositories.

    Simple Explanation

    The government's emergency team, FEMA, wants to hear what people think about changes they are thinking of making to the maps that show where floods might happen. These maps help towns get flood insurance, and you can see them online or at special places in the community.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11314
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has proposed changes to flood hazard determinations, which could affect Base Flood Elevation, base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or designations, and regulatory floodways on Flood Insurance Rate Maps. They are encouraging people to comment on these proposed changes by May 25, 2021. These determinations impact floodplain management rules that communities must follow to be part of the National Flood Insurance Program. Once finalized, these maps will help decide flood insurance costs for new buildings.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to change some maps that show where floods might happen. They want people to say what they think about these changes by May 25, 2021, because the new maps will help decide how much people pay for flood insurance.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1526
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is withdrawing its earlier proposed determinations related to flood hazards for Hartford County in Connecticut. This includes changes to aspects like base flood elevations and flood zone boundaries on official maps. This decision was officially made on January 8, 2025. If anyone has questions, they can reach out to Rick Sacbibit at FEMA for more details.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA decided not to change the flood maps for Hartford County, Connecticut, which show where floods are most likely to happen. If someone wants to know more about this decision, they can ask a person named Rick from FEMA.