New Data Reveals Hidden Flood Risk Across America – The New York Times
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Article Synopsis – A new effort to map flood zones reveals that twice as many properties may be susceptible to flood damage than government estimates show. When developing the new maps, the First Street Foundation took into account “sea-level rise, rainfall and flooding along smaller creeks not mapped federally”. These maps are important because they help dictate building regulations, flood insurance, and mortgage lending. To read the actual article click here.