Devastating floods in Texas are exposing a growing problem that Congress may have to weigh when considering overhauling the ...

Climate change is increasing the risk of dangerous floods. But people often balk at the cost of flood insurance, especially ...

Though natural disasters cycle across seasons and regions in the U.S., it’s often a shocking discovery for property owners how expansive and expensive flood and water damage can be when a major storm ...

First, FEMA's flood maps, which determine whether a homeowner is required to purchase flood insurance, are outdated in many areas, underestimating the risk to homes outside designated zones.

WPTV is staying on top of the rising costs of insurance rates, as well as the possible danger residents face during hurricane ...

I’m hoping these bills can act as a starting point in any future reform discussion we might have in Congress. There’s proposed bipartisan legislation that would create a tax credit of up to $1,000 to ...

Even if you are not required, that does not necessarily mean you are safe — "about 20% of flood insurance claims come from areas that are considered low to moderate risk," said personal finance ...

The National Flood Insurance Program, or the NFIP, needs to be reauthorized by Congress by the end of September so that home buyers can close on their homes with new policies.

Homeowners insurance policies generally do not cover flood damage, so you’ll need to purchase a flood policy separately. If you need help finding a provider, visit floodsmart.gov .

Maxwell: Fewer than 20% of Floridians have flood insurance. That’s ridiculous in a hurricane-prone state. We can’t keep counting on American taxpayers bailing us out.

The city of Charleston notes on its "Know Your Flood Zone" web page that "approximately 25 percent of all flood insurance claims come from 'low-to-moderate flood risk" areas.

As the city works on a comprehensive public discussion for residents, they provided some answers to frequently asked questions about the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Q: Am I eligible ...