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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1515
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice listing communities where flood hazard determinations have been updated due to new scientific or technical data. These changes include modifications to Base Flood Elevations, Special Flood Hazard Areas, and zone designations, as reflected in the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). The revisions, documented through a Letter of Map Revision, are essential for floodplain management and participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Affected communities can review the changes online or at local map repositories, and they have a 90-day period to request reconsideration of the flood hazard determinations.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is updating maps that show where there might be floods, using new information, so that people can know if their area is risky for flooding and get insurance if needed. People in these areas can check the changes and ask questions if they think something is wrong, but they have 90 days to do it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13383
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on proposed flood risk changes, which could affect areas prone to flooding as indicated on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and detailed in the accompanying Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports. These changes will influence floodplain management measures that communities must adhere to for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The proposed determinations aim to ensure communities are prepared for potential flooding events. Interested individuals can share their feedback before the deadline of June 20, 2025, and have the opportunity to review the preliminary maps and studies online.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to know what people think about changes they plan to make to maps that show where floods might happen. These changes help towns know how to stay safe from floods and keep getting flood insurance. People can share their thoughts on these changes until June 20, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16144
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is inviting public comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for several communities. These determinations include changes to flood maps that designate base flood elevations and special flood hazard areas. This information is crucial for communities to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program. Residents and stakeholders can review the preliminary maps online and submit feedback by July 16, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to change maps that show areas at risk of flooding, and they are asking people to share what they think about these changes by July 16, 2025. These maps help decide who needs flood insurance.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11840
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has finalized flood hazard determinations for specific communities. These determinations might include changes to flood risk levels or maps, which are important for floodplain management and insurance purposes. By June 18, 2025, the updated maps will be available for public inspection online and at designated locations, helping communities qualify for the National Flood Insurance Program. Residents are encouraged to review these updates to understand how they might be affected by changes in flood risk assessments.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA has updated maps showing where floods might happen in certain areas. These new maps will help people and communities stay safe and buy insurance in case of floods.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16149
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has finalized new or modified flood hazard determinations for various communities. These updates involve changes to flood maps and reports, which help inform flood insurance rates and floodplain management requirements. Communities can access these updates online or at specified local Map Repositories. FEMA encourages property owners to review these updates to understand how they might affect insurance or property requirements.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA has changed some of the maps that show which areas might get flooded, and people can check these new maps to see if it changes anything about their homes, like needing more insurance.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 5233
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has finalized flood hazard determinations for various communities, which include changes to flood maps and insurance studies. These updated maps and reports are crucial for communities to manage floodplain areas and for determining proper flood insurance rates. Communities must adopt these measures to participate in FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program. The adjustments will take effect on May 4, 2021, and the new information is accessible online through FEMA's Map Service Center.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA has made new maps to show areas where floods are likely to happen in certain communities. These maps help towns plan for flooding and help people understand how much flood insurance might cost.

  • 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 10510
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is asking for public comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations for certain communities. These changes may include updates to flood elevations, boundaries, or zones on Flood Insurance Rate Maps, which are important for floodplain management and insurance purposes. Communities affected need to adopt these updates to qualify or remain in the National Flood Insurance Program. Comments can be submitted by May 27, 2025, and additional information can be found online at FEMA's designated websites.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants to change some maps that show where floods might happen, and they need people to say what they think about these changes. This helps make sure that the new maps are right and can be used to keep people safe from floods.