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.