Another Day, Another FEMA Flood Map Refresh
Published Date: 6/11/2026
Notice
Summary
FEMA is updating flood risk maps for certain communities based on new science, changing flood zones and water levels. If you live or own property in these areas, your flood insurance rules might change, possibly affecting costs. You’ve got 90 days after local notice to ask for a review before changes become final, so stay alert and check the updated maps online!
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Flood maps changed for listed communities
FEMA revised flood hazard determinations (like Base Flood Elevations, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries, and regulatory floodways) for the communities listed in the notice. The table shows finalization dates for those revisions (for example, dates between May 6, 2026 and Jun. 4, 2026) and the new maps replace the prior Flood Insurance Rate Maps and, where applicable, portions of the Flood Insurance Study reports.
90-day window to request reconsideration
After the second publication of local notice, any person has 90 days to ask the community to request that FEMA reconsider the revised flood hazard determinations. The flood hazard determination information may change during that 90-day period.
Maps drive community NFIP obligations
FEMA says the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report form the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community must adopt or show as in effect to qualify or remain in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). These determinations reflect the minimum requirements under 44 CFR 60.3.
Revised maps available online and locally
Revised flood hazard information for each listed community is available online at the FEMA Map Service Center (https://msc.fema.gov) and at the local community map repository address shown in the table. The current effective FIRM and FIS report are also accessible online for comparison.
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Related Federal Register Documents
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2026-18403, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
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2026-18404, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
This notice lists communities where the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations), as shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for each community, is appropriate because of new scientific or technical data. The FIRM, and where applicable, portions of the FIS report, have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Federal Regulations. The current effective community number is shown in the table below and must be used for all new policies and renewals.
2026-18405, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
This notice lists communities where the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations), as shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for each community, is appropriate because of new scientific or technical data. The FIRM, and where applicable, portions of the FIS report, have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Federal Regulations. The current effective community number is shown in the table below and must be used for all new policies and renewals.
2026-18406, Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-11670, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
FEMA is updating flood risk maps for certain communities using new science and data. These changes affect flood zones, flood heights, and insurance rules, so residents and businesses might see new flood risks and insurance costs. People have 90 days after local notice to ask for a review before changes become final.
Next: 2026-11672, Final Flood Hazard Determinations
FEMA has finalized updates to flood risk maps for certain communities, changing flood zones and water levels that affect flood insurance rules. Homeowners, renters, and local governments in these areas will need to follow new flood safety rules starting August 4, 2026. These changes could impact insurance costs and building requirements, so it’s a good idea to check the updated maps online or at local offices.