The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released a mapping application featuring new, preliminary flood maps for our region. Roanoke County residents are encouraged to review the updated maps to identify any changes affecting their property and to submit comments or appeals to FEMA before the maps are finalized later this spring.
Roanoke County staff will hold two open house meetings to answer questions about the new FEMA flood maps and how they may affect future development.
Feb. 26
Roanoke County Administration Center at 5204 Bernard Dr. in Roanoke from 5-7 p.m.
March 3
Glenvar Library at 3917 Daugherty Rd. in Salem from 5-7 p.m.
The revised floodplain maps will determine whether residents are required to carry flood insurance. Homeowners in newly expanded flood hazard areas may now be required to purchase flood insurance if they have federally backed mortgages. In other areas, FEMA has determined that flood risk has decreased, which may reduce the need for flood insurance.
To view the maps, visit the FEMA Region 3 Flood Map Changes Application at: https://arcg.is/0PuKW8.
Residents are encouraged to review the updated maps and attend the open house if they have questions.
-The Salem Times-Register
