Less than 5% of homes in the county's FEMA floodplain had flood coverage, well below the national average. Uptake was even ...

FEMA’s maps are essential tools for identifying flood risks, but they have significant gaps that limit their effectiveness.

Oftentimes insurance doesn't cover what the policyholder thinks it does—or thinks it should. Flood insurance is no exception.

While most homeowners insurance policies do cover water damage from sudden, accidental events inside the home (like a burst pipe or a leaking appliance), they generally exclude any damage caused by ...

PRINCESS ANNE- Somerset County's floodplain management practices which are designed to protect property from flood damage have been officially recognized by FEMA. It's been nearly seven ...

Efforts to flood-proof Louisiana homes are failing to keep up as storms become stronger and more frequent. Flood insurance premiums are skyrocketing because of FEMA’s new system for setting rates.

Policyholders in Florida are starting to see more protection for their homes and some relief in their pockets.

In CRS communities, flood insurance premium rates are discounted to reflect the reduced flood risk resulting from the ...

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

Federal flood insurance costs $105 per month in Pennsylvania on average. That's $23 per month more than the national average. While many factors go into determining flood insurance quotes, where you ...

Mortgage lenders require flood insurance on homes in certain FEMA-designated flood zones. Typically, the coverage requirement is either the full replacement cost of the home, the maximum amount ...

From 2022 to 2023, insurance premiums in Texas increased by 23%, marking the highest rise in the nation in that timespan.