Flooded 3 Times in 7 Years in 500-Year Floodplain, But No Buyout
Flooded 3 Times in 7 Years in 500-Year Floodplain, But No Buyout
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 05/18/2024 7:28pm
Article Summary:
"Struggling Young Couple Flooded 3 Times in 7 Years in 500-Year Floodplain Desperately Seeks Buyout"
A young couple in Montgomery County, Daniel and Kathleen Moore, have faced three floods in seven years, with their home located in a 500-year floodplain that has not been updated in decades. Despite their desperate need for a buyout, they have been unable to secure one, as their area has experienced rapid development upstream without proper flood mitigation measures. The Moore's story highlights the importance of consulting with experts about flood risk before purchasing a home and investing in flood insurance to protect against future disasters.
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Date: 05/18/2024 7:28pm
Article Summary:
"Struggling Young Couple Flooded 3 Times in 7 Years in 500-Year Floodplain Desperately Seeks Buyout"
A young couple in Montgomery County, Daniel and Kathleen Moore, have faced three floods in seven years, with their home located in a 500-year floodplain that has not been updated in decades. Despite their desperate need for a buyout, they have been unable to secure one, as their area has experienced rapid development upstream without proper flood mitigation measures. The Moore's story highlights the importance of consulting with experts about flood risk before purchasing a home and investing in flood insurance to protect against future disasters.
Read article here »