(The Conversation) – Deadly and destructive flash flooding in Texas and several other states in July 2025 is raising questions about the nation’s flood maps and their ability to ensure that ...
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Why flood maps no longer reflect reality in many states

Federal Mapping Systems Are Decades Behind Current Risk A 2023 assessment found that more than twice as many properties across the country were at risk of a 100-year flood than FEMA maps identified.
Huron County property owners have 90 days to review and appeal updated FEMA flood maps, which may change flood risk and insurance costs.
WYOMING COUNTY, N.Y. — FEMA is proposing updates to Wyoming County's Flood Insurance Rate Map and is inviting community members to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period. The 90-day appeal ...