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Know Your Risk  FEMA

HUD No. 24-085 HUD Public Affairs (202) 708-0685 FOR RELEASE Monday April 22, 2024 HUD Announces Final Rule that will Protect Communities from Flooding Events and Rising Insurance Costs The Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS) protects families and federal investments against future flood risks – decreasing harm, saving lives, and reducing insurance costs WASHINGTON - Today, the U.S.

The Individual Adaptation Decision and Planning Tool is designed to help Delaware residents adapt to increased flooding.

Thousands of residents have either evacuated or are now under shelter orders.

A final rule published Tuesday will require new HUD-backed housing to be elevated at least 2 feet above local flood levels.

Incumbent House Republicans had a big day in Nebraska’s primary election after complaints from GOP partisans saying they wanted change.