Daily Real Estate News | January 25, 2010 | Share Critics Say Flood Maps Aren't Right

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<!-- BEGIN RICH-MEDIA ADCONDUCTOR CODE --> <!-- END ADCONDUCTOR CODE --> Daily Real Estate News  |  January 25, 2010  |   Share Critics Say Flood Maps Aren't Right The Federal Emergency Management Agency began updating flood maps in 2004. So far, FEMA has spent about $2 million a year to complete the projects, but the agency isn’t done yet. Meanwhile, critics in several states are complaining that the new maps are inaccurate and arbitrary. FEMA says it welcomes criticism of the new maps and is willing to make changes if there is scientific evidence available that the changes are wrong. "What we're looking for is evidence, a study or survey that would provide more detailed information that can be incorporated," says Josh deBerge, a FEMA spokesman based in Kansas City, Mo. There is usually a comment period during the 18 months between a map update and the date it takes affect. During that time, community meetings will be held. FEMA urges those with criticisms to take advantage of this window of opportunity. Source: Associated Press, Michael J. Crumb (01/23/2010)