Paterson putting new $10M dispatch center on a floodplain. But officials say risk is low
The area has a 1% chance of major flooding, as defined by FEMA flood zone mapping,” said the Paterson mayor's interim chief ...
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Paterson putting new $10M dispatch center on a floodplain. But officials say risk is low
“The area has a 1% chance of major flooding, as defined by FEMA flood zone mapping,” said Dacil Tilos, Sayegh’s public information officer and interim chief of staff. Story continues below ...
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Shenandoah County planners grant approval to new floodplain ordinance
The Shenandoah County Planning Commission unanimously adopted an updated floodplain ordinance Thursday aimed at improving public safety, protecting water resources and aligning with FEMA and state ...
City councilors authorize nearly $2 million for lawsuit judgment related to land dispute
The case dealt with a south Tulsa property owner who claimed that the city's floodplain regulations kept him from developing ...
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City of Mitchell, FEMA reach agreement to remove flood-prone homes along Dry Run Creek
Flooding isn't a bad thing if it's controlled. Flooding is a bad thing when it affects homeowners,” said Joe Schroeder, ...
Countdown begins: Suffolk's 90-day flood map appeal window opens
There will be a 90-day appeal and comment period where the community can review the proposed changes to the Flood Insurance ...
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After delay, borough adopts updated flood insurance maps
The assembly had previously postponed the legislation amid outcry from the Kenai River Keys Property Owners Association.
Rockford plans to widen Keith Creek to reduce flooding
Rockford is moving forward with plans to widen Keith Creek to reduce chances of flooding like the city saw in the summer of ...
SC homeowners must disclose flooding history to buyers. A lawsuit is testing the policy's limits.
SC is one of few states with flood disclosure requirements. Two homeowners in North Charleston allege FlipSide SC concealed ...
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'Don't ruin my view,' say Marco Island residents who live on beach and oppose dune rules
The island is requiring height verification before trimming dune vegetation after multiple hurricanes and tropical storms in ...
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After Greek Earthquakes, Israel Faces Tough Questions on Tsunami Preparedness
The Greek islands of Santorini and Amorgos have been rattled by earthquakes and tremors since Feb. 1, with the strongest being 5.3 on the Richter scale.