Flood insurance

May 13, 2008 -- WASHINGTON, DC—“I am pleased that the Senate has come together in a bipartisan manner to do the right thing for Americans who face the tragic effects of flood damage in their homes and communities. Over 140,000 New Yorkers are covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, and today’s action is an important step in ensuring that this protection remains intact.

Flooding in Lindenhurst, New York: Photo by bloomsday616 (CC)    » read more »

May 13, 2008 -- WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Barack Obama today released the following statement on the Senate's passage of the Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007 (H.R. 3121). Senator Obama voted in favor of the measure, which passed by a vote of 92 to 6.

Barack Obama: Photo courtesy Barack Obama campaign

"Every year, tens of thousands of homeowners and businesses throughout the country suffer from catastrophic flooding, and we must do everything we can to ensure they can recover as quickly as possible. I am proud the Senate passed this legislation today, which makes important improvements to the National Flood Insurance Program.    » read more »

Annual notice will provide information about flood insurance eligibility

May 12, 2008 -- Saint Paul – Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty signed legislation (S.F. 2980) today that requires insurance companies and agents to annually notify homeowners if their insurance policy does not include flood coverage.

Minnesota flooding: Photo by cjohnson7 (CC)

The required notice will also remind homeowners that they have the right to purchase flood insurance if they so choose.    » read more »

Nov. 14, 2007 -- The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is modernizing its flood maps. Changes to the flood maps may mean changes in flood insurance coverage options for homes or businesses! For more information, call your insurance company representative or visit floodsmart.gov.

Residents of Pinal and Gila counties must make changes to their flood insurance coverage by December 4, 2007 in order to lock in better rates. Deadlines for other Arizona counties are as follows:

La Paz County: June 3, 2008

Navajo County: September 17, 2008

Mohave County: November, 19, 2008    » read more »

October 11, 2007, ROCKFORD, Ill. -- Buying flood insurance can provide protection and peace of mind. Flooding is one of the most common natural hazards in the United States. State and federal officials want to ensure that all Illinois residents are aware of the benefits of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

Below are some common myths and misconceptions about flood insurance.

Myth: Only homeowners can purchase flood insurance.    » read more »

September 17, 2007, NEW ORLEANS, La. -- Acquisition is an effective way to move people and property away from high-risk areas and reduce disaster losses. Project grants are used to implement mitigation activities that reduce flood losses by elevating, acquiring and demolishing or relocating National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) insured buildings.    » read more »

September 11, 2007, WACO, Texas -- As Texas - and much of the Midwest - emerges from a series of major floods, federal and state officials are urging people to buy flood insurance before the next flood hits.

"Even if you weren't flooded recently, you may still be vulnerable to rising water," said Federal Coordinating Officer Kenneth Clark of the Federal Emergency Management Agency."    » read more »