The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released new flood zone maps, putting thousands more Palm Beach County residents into high-risk flood zones.
The new maps are effective Dec. 20, requiring property owners’ immediate attention, particularly if they have mortgages requiring flood insurance.
Three open houses are being held in September to provide residents an opportunity to learn more about their flood zones and risks. Representatives from the county, municipalities, FEMA and the insurance industry will be available to answer questions and provide information.
The meeting for Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Briny Breezes, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Hypoluxo, Ocean Ridge, South Palm Beach and unincorporated Palm Beach County will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Boynton Beach Police Department Community Room, 2100 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach.
The session for Lantana, Manalapan and other municipalities will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Howard Park Community Center, 1302 Parker Ave., West Palm Beach.
The third open house will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Jupiter Community Center Auditorium, 200 Military Trail, Jupiter.
Everyone in the county is at risk for flooding no matter what zone you live in, FEMA says. If you have any questions, call the county’s Flood Hotline at 561-233-5374.
— Steve Plunkett
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