Flood Maps, Insurance, and Information Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States. Flood effects can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large, affecting entire river basins and multiple states.  Recommended FEMA Web Pages and Sites

General Flood Information - Learn about flood events, how to prepare for a flood, and what to do during a flood to stay safe.

Flood Insurance (Floodsmart.gov) - Floods are the most common hazard in the US, and most homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage. Everyone is at risk of flooding. Buy flood insurance.

Map Service Center (MSC) - View Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) free online. FIRMs, as well as Letters of Map Revision (LOMRs), can also be purchased and downloaded.

Flood Hazard Mapping (FHM) - Find forms, documents, software, tutorials, and more data associated with the creation and modification of FIRMs

FEMA for Kids - Filled with games, student artwork, activities and cutting-edge graphics that deliver a serious message of disaster preparedness and mitigation for youngsters ...