Learn how to protect your home and finances from unexpected flooding, even if you're not in a high-risk zone.

Still, you don’t have to be in a burn scar to be at risk for a flood and financial devastation. “It’s important for everyone to know that your typical homeowner’s policy doesn’t cover a ...

Flooding is Kentucky's most frequent and costly natural disaster. Sometimes you'll hear the phrase "100-year flood." But what ...

The Alameda County Local Hazard Map Alameda County’s hazard map shows potential flood zones in the event of a 100-year and 500-year storm. A 500-year storm has a 0.2% chance of occurring in a given ...

In a rainy season, it's important to understand your flood risk. For insurance purposes, what is a flood? What proactive steps can be taken before a flood? How can you obtain the right insurance ...

As of Feb. 11, the Mississippi River in Rock Island, Illinois was measured at 4.60 feet. The historical normal stage is 5.20 ...

Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a ...

The DNR says flood risk changes over time. That’s why it’s important to know your risk. With the potential for seasonal flooding just around the corner, it’s time to evaluate your flood risk ...

Yet, as highlighted in recent studies comparing flood risk models developed by the University ... with the certainty of a coin flip. Heads, your house goes under water. Tails, you stay dry.

but your mortgage lender may require you to get flood insurance if you live in a high-risk area. Flood insurance can also be important even if it's not required, especially if you have a basement ...