Tiny houses are all the rage right now, but what do you do when they're in the floodplain?
Tiny Homes in the Floodplain
Hurricane Flood Risk – Protect Your Home or Business Today
For the past four years, hurricanes have caused above-average flooding. This year, we expect more of the same. Protect your home or business from unexpected flood damage with flood insurance from the NFIP.
Beginning July 1, 2020 bulky items will be collected by appointment only for all areas of O`ahu.
The appointment-based bulky item pickup system goes island-wide for Oʻahu starting July 1. This targeted approach aims to reduce driving distances for garbage collection trucks, which decreases fuel consumption and emissions, ultimately saving us time and money while also being more environmentally friendly. Please dispose of your trash responsibly. Illegal dumping has far reaching effects.... Continue Reading →
FEMA Urges Hawai'i Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season
“Where it can rain, it can flood,” says David Maurstad, senior executive of the NFIP. “One of the most important steps homeowners can take during the start of this year’s hurricane season is to renew or purchase flood insurance. With it, you have the peace of mind that comes with knowing you and your home can, and will, recover in the event of an unexpected flood.”
Natural Hazards Preparedness Webinar (Hawai'i Sea Grant)
Learn how to prepare your family & house for the 2020 hurricane season!
Central Pacific Hurricane Center Webinars for the 2020 Hurricane Season
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is hosting two courses for students and adults. "Hurricanes at Home!" and "Talk Story with the Central Pacific Hurricane Center" Discuss hurricane season and hurricane preparedness with meteorologists from NOAA.
While We’re Out – NFIP and Floodplain Management Contacts and Resources
The Department of Land & Natural Resources NFIP/Floodplain Management office is currently teleworking in an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Per Hawai'i Governor Ige's press release, the office is expected to telework until April 30, or further notice. Flood Mapping and Technical Assistance Call: FEMA Map Information eXchange at 1-877-336-2627 (Weekdays, 8:00 a.m -... Continue Reading →
Flood Risk: What is riverine flooding?
It only takes a sudden spring storm, a hurricane off the coast, or melting mounds of snow for that little creek nearby, or the river two football fields away to cause damage to your home.
EVERYONE LIVES IN A FLOOD ZONE, Listen to NAR talk about Flood Insurance & Disclosure
What needs to be disclosed? What should you know about flood risk and flood insurance?
Kauaʻi Residents Invited to Comment on Preliminary Flood Maps
Members of the public are invited to review preliminary flood maps showing updated flood hazard data for Hanapepe, Moloaa, and Waimea. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is updating the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Kauaʻi County. Preliminary map panels identify current flood hazards and provide accurate information to help residents and businesses take actions... Continue Reading →