#Homeowners and residents in #floodrisk areas can take simple steps to reduce the impact of flooding: 🌊

1. Have a #warningtrigger
2. Ensure you have #floodinsurance
3. Protect your #property
4. Create a #flood plan
5. Seek #community support

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Today Is...National Weatherperson’s Day!
We watch the weather so we can warn you! Insurance Tip: Flood insurance usually has a 30-day waiting period. Don't wait for the storm! 🌤️🌊 #FloodInsurance #WeatherSafe #GuruTips

#Louisiana senators seek transparency on #RiskRating 2.0 as #floodinsurance premiums rise #LAFirstNews www.louisianafirstnews.com/news/louisia...

Lawmakers press agencies to pursue FEMA change if Comite diversion meets '50% complete' threshold Legislators asked Corps and DOTD to press FEMA to revise flood maps if the Comite River Diversion is functionally over 50% complete, a change that could reduce flood insurance burdens; agencies agreed to pursue the issue and report back.

Lawmakers are pushing for FEMA recognition of the Comite River Diversion's completion to slash flood insurance costs for residents—could this be the game changer we've been waiting for?

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#LA #LouisianaFloods #FloodInsurance #DisasterResilience #CitizenPortal

The nation’s #floodinsurance program (NFIP) has been reauthorized until Jan. 30, 2026. But lawmakers are facing mounting pressure to overhaul a system that has been under scrutiny for years and is currently over $22 billion in debt.

House GOP leaders won’t exempt flood insurance from shutdown The top two Republicans represent a state reliant on the now-dormant federal program. But Republicans insist it’s up to Senate Democrats to open it back up.

House #GOP leaders won’t exempt #floodinsurance from shutdown. The top two #Republicans represent a state reliant on the now-dormant federal program. But Republicans insist it’s up to Senate Democrats to open it back up

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Looking for homeowners who currently have a flood policy. Are you concerned about your upcoming renewal? #governmentshutdown #homeowner #floodinsurance #NFIP

Insurance Industry, Others Press Congress to Act on NFIP at Deadline Organizations representing the insurance, real estate, mortgage banking, financing, and property management industries sent a letter to Congressional

Without reauthorization, the #Federal Emergency Management Agency (#FEMA), administrator of #NFIP, would stop selling new #FloodInsurance policies.

📢 Flood Re Premium Update

From 1st October 2025, Flood Re premium caps have been updated.
💷 Flood claim excess remains capped at £250.
🏠 Flood premium cost is set by Council Tax band.

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#FloodRe #FloodInsurance

#Shutdown + #hurricane season = risky timing. #Governmentshutdown #FEMA #DisasterResponce #FloodInsurance

Choosing the Right Data Improves Flood Insurance Payouts

A University of Arizona study of Bangladesh floods (2004-2023) found AI-enhanced satellite maps trigger payouts about a week earlier and cut payout uncertainty by over 20 %. Read more: getnews.me/choosing-the-right-data-... #floodinsurance #ai #bangladesh

Our paper "Sensitivity to Data Choice for Index‐Based Flood Insurance" is now published in Earth’s Future!

We show that the data chosen to trigger index‑based flood insurance payouts can change everything.

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#ClimateResilience #FloodInsurance

Climate deniers shun flood insurance, Federal Reserve economists say The research is drawing skepticism. "There's a bazillion other reasons" people don't buy flood insurance, one expert said.

#Climatedeniers shun #floodinsurance, #FederalReserve #economists say

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Here & Now for August 15, 2025 - PBS Wisconsin

🏚️💧 After historic flooding in Milwaukee, WSB’s Philip Mulder explains why so few Wisconsinites have flood insurance—and what that means for recovery.

📺 Watch via PBS Wisconsin: pbswisconsin.org/podcast_epis...

#FloodInsurance #WSBResearch #ClimateRisk #WisconsinWeather

🏡 Worried about #floods and the damage to your property a #flood might cause?
Explore #FloodInsurance and the @floodre.bsky.social scheme for peace of mind and protection for your home!💧🌊

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Hutchinson Residents May Face Flood Insurance Requirements After 2027 Mapping Update Hutchinson residents could be required to obtain flood insurance following upcoming map revisions.

Hutchinson residents could soon find themselves needing flood insurance due to major mapping updates set for 2027 that could change their mortgage requirements!

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#HutchinsonCityRenoCounty #KS #CitizenPortal #ClimateAdaptation #MappingAccuracy #FloodInsurance #HutchinsonCity

#WaterfrontProperty #FloodInsurance #RhodeIslandRealEstate
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Residents Question Cornell's Role in Fall Creek Flooding During City Meeting Community members raise concerns about Cornell's impact on local flooding and insurance costs.

Ithaca residents are demanding answers from Cornell University about its role in worsening local flooding and skyrocketing insurance costs.

Get the details!

#NY #CitizenPortal #IthacaFlooding #CommunityEngagement #LocalDevelopment #FloodInsurance

@resist.bot
#resistbot
#flood
#climatechange
#FEMA
#marchforscience
#floodmapping
#floodinsurance
#disasterprevention
##NOAA

Lawton Council approves stormwater ordinance to comply with FEMA flood insurance requirements Council updates stormwater code to maintain compliance with national flood insurance program.

Lawton's City Council just took a crucial step to protect residents from losing flood insurance by unanimously approving a new stormwater ordinance!

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#OK #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalSafety #LawtonFloodManagement #CommunityResilience #FloodInsurance

#Louisiana senators push #FEMA to halt Risk Rating 2.0 program #floodinsurance

A drawn graphic showing a hurricane flooded street with text reading "While most New England hurricanes hit in August and September, follow the advice of our Flood Hazard Management Team and start preparing now!”

A drawn graphic showing a hurricane flooded street with text reading "Protect you family, home, or business with flood insurance! Most standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage!"

A drawn graphic showing a hurricane flooded street with text reading "A new flood policy can take up to 30 days to go into effect so don't wait!"

A drawn graphic showing a hurricane flooded street with text reading "Learn more at floodsmart.gov/hurricanes and check the link in our bio for MEMA;s hurricane safety preparedness info!"

Hurricane season started June 1! While most New England hurricanes hit in August & September, listen to our Flood Hazard Management Team and make sure you have adequate #floodinsurance now! 
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www.Floodsmart.gov/hurricanes

Wondering if you have #insurance that covers #flooding?
Explore our website for information on Flood Re and alternative options if standard flood insurance isn't available ➡️
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#FloodInsurance #FloodReady

How to Find Out About Flood Insurance When Buying a Home How to Find Out About Flood Insurance When Buying a Home

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The @envagency.bsky.social estimates the average cost of #flood damage to a business is £82000💸

Ensuring your business has #FloodInsurance is important to ensure your #business can recover as quickly as possible if a flood occurred, allowing for #BusinessContinuity
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If you're living in a #floodrisk area, here's how to reduce the impact of #flooding:

1. Have a #warningtrigger
2. Have #floodinsurance
3. Protect #property
4. Create a #flood plan.
5. #Community support

This resource explains more➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/u...

FEMA Elevation Certificate Gripe The fillable PDF provided by FEMA -- at least the version I've been using -- is secured, which means that you can't flatten the form fields to prevent (or at least complicate) alteration, an...

#FEMA #ElevationCertificate #Surveying #FloodInsurance #NaturalDisasters

Needham updates floodplain zoning to comply with FEMA's new insurance requirements Needham adjusts zoning laws to meet FEMA floodplain compliance ahead of 2025 map implementation.

Needham is gearing up for major changes as new FEMA floodplain maps threaten to reshape insurance requirements for residents.

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#TownofNeedhamNorfolkCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #NeedhamFloodplain #CommunityCompliance #FloodInsurance #ZoningReform

Why you might need flood insurance even if your house isn't in a flood zone “The biggest misconception is that floods only happen in coastal areas — that it’s only an issue for the Cape and the islands,” one flood insurance expert said.

Think you don't need #floodinsurance because your #home isn't in a high-flood-risk area? Think again. According to FEMA, 40% of #flood claims are for damage to houses located outside high-risk areas. To learn more, check out my latest for @boston.com: www.boston.com/real-estate/...