FEMA Flood Maps Updates Open House
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is updating the flood risk maps for Hood River County, and will be hosting a Flood Risk Virtual Open House to provide information about the updated Flood Insurance Rate Map.
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Tuesday, May 6 – 6-7p.m.
Join on your phone or mobile app:
https://ogilvy.zoom.us/j/93354497923
Passcode: 759280
***Please note that due to changes at the federal level, this open house may need to be rescheduled. Please check back here for the latest updates.***
WHY ARE THE FLOOD MAPS CHANGING?
Flood risk changes over time, and mapping technology has improved. By working with the state, the county, and local communities, FEMA is using updated data and newer technology to update flood maps. Updated maps will more accurately represent the risk of flooding in the community.
New maps help the community better understand flood risks, which leads to more informed decisions about how to protect against damage and loss.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ME?
The new flood map, officially known as a Flood Insurance Rate Map, identifies areas of flood risk (high, moderate, low). It will influence financial, planning, investment and development decisions.
Owners of structures in high-risk areas will be required to have flood insurance for loans from federally regulated or insured lenders. We encourage everyone to be aware of their flood risk and purchase flood insurance.
The revised map is available online for public review and comment. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/hoodrivercountymapupdate.
You can also request a personalized flood map of your property by emailing PropertyIDMap@starr-team.com
To review the maps in Spanish, please go to: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/87f324e768ca47a6a8ea5fdd95f63fd9
WHAT CAN I LEARN AT THE OPEN HOUSE?
Our goal is to help residents understand the risks of living or owning property in or near a flood zone and what steps they can take to protect their homes and families. During the presentation, you can:
- Learn about the flood mapping process.
- Understand how the map revision might affect your property and community.
- Ask about the risk to your property and learn what happens next.
FEMA will be available to answer questions and provide information.
UNABLE TO ATTEND?
Contact Greg Hagbery, your local Development Administrator for the City of Hood River at G.Hagbery@cityofhoodriver.gov to learn more.