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flag FEMA releases updated flood maps using advanced data to reflect current flood risks from climate change and development.

flag New floodplain maps released nationwide use advanced LiDAR and satellite data to improve accuracy, reflecting updated flood risks due to climate change and development. flag The updates, led by FEMA, aim to help communities prepare for flooding, inform insurance rates, and guide zoning decisions. flag Some areas see expanded flood zones, while others are reclassified as lower risk. flag The changes may affect homeowners’ insurance costs and building regulations.

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