Flood-related articles: Reports, prep tips,and facts
Water damage can be devastating. Get flood mitigation tips and learn how flood insurance helps protect your home.
What is Zone A? Understanding your flood risk and insurance options
Flood Zone A designates high-risk inland areas with a 1% annual chance of flooding. Homeowners in Zone A may need flood insurance.
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What is an AE Flood Zone? Understanding your flood risk and insurance options
Find out flood insurance requirements and building regulations for homes and structures in Zone AE, also known as a 100-year floodplain.
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What is Zone X? Understanding your flood risk and insurance options
Flood Zone X is FEMA's low-to-moderate flood risk designation. Understand what Flood Zone X means for your home, your actual risk, and your insurance options.
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Base flood elevation: What it is & how to find it
Your area's base flood elevation may be used to determine flood insurance premiums. Find out more here.
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What is Flood Zone VE?
Is your home in Flood Zone VE? Find out what that means for your insurance.
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What is Flood Zone AH?
Homes in Flood Zone AH may have special insurance requirements. Learn more here.
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What is Flood Zone B?
Read the definition of Flood Zone B and find out if homeowners in it need flood insurance.
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What is Zone C? Understanding your flood risk and insurance options
Flood Zone C is an area with minimal flood risk. While Flood Zone C doesn’t require flood insurance, it may still be a good investment.
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What is a 100-year flood?
Living near a 100-year floodplain may mean you need flood insurance. Find out what the 100-year floodplain is so you can better protect your home.
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What is Flood Zone AO?
Flood Zone AO is a high-risk flood zone often found near rivers and streams that may see floods between one to three feet deep.
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What is Flood Zone V?
Flood Zone V is a coastal area with an increased chance of flooding, especially from wind-driven waves.
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The National Flood Insurance Program explained
The NFIP is a national program administered by FEMA that provides flood insurance. Learn more from Kin.
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What is excess flood insurance?
Read about excess flood insurance so you can decide if it's right for you.
