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  • 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:86 FR 5226
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is requesting public comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations, which might involve adjustments to flood maps and reports for certain communities. These updates affect how flood insurance premiums are calculated and influence the community's participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. The maps and reports can be viewed online and comments should be submitted by April 19, 2021. This process aims to ensure accurate flood risk information and may involve expert panels if disagreements arise during community consultations.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to make sure their flood maps are right, so they're asking people to tell them if their town's flood information needs fixing. This helps keep everyone safe and makes sure people pay the right amount for flood insurance.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11836
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice regarding changes to flood hazard determinations for various communities. These changes involve updates to Base Flood Elevations, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries, and more, as depicted on Flood Insurance Rate Maps. The revisions stem from new scientific data and will be finalized as detailed in the notice. Residents have 90 days from the second publication in local newspapers to request reconsideration of these updates with their community's Chief Executive Officer.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is telling some towns that they found new information about floods, and they might need to change their plans for what areas could get flooded. People in those towns can ask questions or suggest changes if they don't like the new information.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11789
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced new or modified flood hazard determinations for various communities. These determinations include changes to flood risk areas as shown by Letters of Map Revision (LOMR), impacting Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). Such changes will influence flood insurance premium calculations for new structures and their contents. Communities must adapt their floodplain management practices to comply with these updated determinations to continue participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is telling some places how deep water might get when it rains a lot, so people know where it's safe to build homes. These changes help decide how much people need to pay to protect their new houses from floods.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11842
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has published a notice requesting comments on proposed flood hazard determinations. These determinations involve potential changes to Base Flood Elevations, flood depths, and other flood-related designations on FEMA's Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). The notice aims to gather public opinion on these changes before they take effect, which may impact how communities qualify for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Communities can view these proposed changes online and submit comments until June 10, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants feedback on new maps showing where flooding might occur, which could change how flood insurance works for some places. People can look at these maps online and tell FEMA what they think until June 10, 2025.

  • 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:89 FR 101033
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced proposed flood hazard changes for several communities, which might involve modifying flood zone boundaries and base flood elevations on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and related studies. These changes are crucial for floodplain management that communities must adopt to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The public is invited to submit comments on these proposals by March 13, 2025. Community residents can review relevant documents online and submit feedback through the provided contact details.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA, a group that helps keep people safe from floods, is asking for opinions on new maps showing where floods might happen in different towns. These maps help the towns decide how to deal with floods, and everyone can look at the maps online and tell FEMA what they think before March 13, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11847
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, published a notice inviting the public to comment on proposed flood hazard determinations. These determinations involve potential changes to flood maps that impact Base Flood Elevation, Special Flood Hazard Areas, and other flood-related zones. The purpose is to gather input on these preliminary changes, which are essential for communities to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program. Comments must be submitted by June 10, 2025, and further details can be found on FEMA's website.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants people to tell them what they think about new plans to change maps that show where floods might happen. These maps help decide who needs special insurance in case of a flood.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101024
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a notice seeking comments on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may result in changes to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for certain communities. These changes involve potential adjustments to various flood-related measurements and areas, such as Base Flood Elevation (BFE) and Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA), which communities must consider to stay eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Comments on these proposals are due by March 13, 2025, and the community must either adopt these new measures or prove they already meet the requirements. The public can inspect and compare these preliminary and current maps online to participate in the review process.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to make sure communities are safe from floods, so they're thinking about changing some maps that show where floods might happen. They want to know what people think about these changes before March next year.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11846
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations for various communities. These changes may affect things like base flood elevation and flood zone designations on official maps. Communities involved need to either adopt these changes or show that they comply with them to qualify for the National Flood Insurance Program. The public can review the preliminary flood maps online and has until June 10, 2025, to submit comments.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants people to tell them what they think about new plans for where floods might happen on maps. This helps decide who can get flood insurance. People have until June 10, 2025, to say what they think.