In theory, the maps enable homeowners, businesses and local officials to understand their flood risk and take appropriate ...

FEMA flood maps are essential tools for identifying flood risks, but they have significant coverage gaps, and politics can ...

Federal regulators repeatedly granted appeals to remove Camp Mystic’s buildings from their 100-year flood map, as the camp operated and expanded in a dangerous floodplain ...

FEMA adds 180 Richmond sites to high-risk flood zones in updated maps, potentially requiring more homeowners to purchase ...

The disappointing surprise is that while the standard home insurance policy does cover fire and wind damage, even good ...

The FEMA Flood Map Service Center offers an interactive map that allows anyone in the U.S. to enter their address and see if ...

Even a small amount of water inside a home can cause costly damage. Here’s how to assess your flood risk and what to do if ...

Many insurance agents are taking the opportunity to remind their customers about the importance of being prepared for flood ...

Many insurance agents are taking the opportunity to remind their customers about the importance of being prepared for flood situations.

A guide to navigating insurance companies, government agencies, and legal issues if you lose your home after a disaster.

Homeowners insurance policies typically do not cover flash floods like those in Texas and North Carolina. Here’s what to know ...