FEMA flood maps are essential tools for identifying flood risks, but they have significant coverage gaps, and politics can get in the way.

Recent flash flooding in Texas , New Mexico and North Carolina is highlighting the extreme danger of these natural disasters and the need to be prepared.

A flash flood emergency is the rarest and most dire flooding alert that can be issued by the National Weather Service. Knowing what to do could save your life.

(The Center Square) – The July 4 Texas Hill Country flash flooding event is the latest to hit the region known as “Flash Flood Alley,” as Texas continues to lead the U.S. in flood-related ...

In theory, the maps enable homeowners, businesses and local officials to understand their flood risk and take appropriate steps to prepare and mitigate potential losses. But there are areas of the ...

BINGHAMTON, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – The National Weather Service Office in Binghamton has expended the Flash Flood Watch issued of Central New York. The new Watch area includes Oneida, Southern ...

Parts of Central Texas are under yet another flood watch this weekend. The impacted areas are the same as those hit by the July 4 deadly floods.

As flash floods make headlines across the U.S., this guide offers practical advice on how to stay safe during extreme weather. Learn how to prepare your home, protect your belongings, and survive ...

Communities in rural Vermont face damaged homes and washed-out roads after heavy rainfall caused flash flooding SUTTON, Vt. -- Communities in rural parts of Vermont on Friday woke up once again to ...

The search continues for the missing in Central Texas, as the region faces another flash flood threat.

Flash floods once again hit Vermont, damaging homes and roads Meanwhile, flash flooding also occurred in Massachusetts on Thursday after rains dumped more than 7 inches of rain in some areas.

What FEMA flood maps miss FEMA’s maps are essential tools for identifying flood risks, but they have significant gaps that limit their effectiveness.