FEMA Information

If you were flooded by Hurricane Sandy or living in a flood designated area here are some information from FEMA.

1. News for Local Governments
2. Flood Elevation FAQ
3. Assistance after a disaster or emergency
4. New Elevation Standard for N.J. filed by Christie Administration–March 26, 2013
5. The National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS) is a voluntary incentive program that recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum NFIP requirements. By meeting the goals set in CRS, a municipality can receive discounted flood insurance premium rates.

The new CRS Manual: www.fema.gov/national-flood-insurance-program-community-rating-system
“Fact Sheet” outlining the new changes: www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/31149?id=7048I