FEMA Opens Comments on Proposed Flood Risk Map Changes
Published Date: 5/7/2026
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Summary
FEMA is updating flood risk maps for several communities, which could change flood zones and water levels used for insurance and safety rules. If you live in these areas, your flood insurance costs or building rules might change. You’ve got until August 5, 2026, to check the new maps online and share your thoughts before the updates become official.
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Flood map updates can change rules
FEMA proposes updates to Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports that may add or change Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways for the listed communities. These map changes are the basis of the floodplain management measures a community must adopt or show it has in effect to qualify or remain qualified for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). You can view the Preliminary FIRM/FIS online and submit comments by August 5, 2026.
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