Recent New Mexico Flooding
Recent storms in New Mexico are causing damage across the state with more on the way.
Low Water Crossing Safety
Please do not attempt to cross flooded roadways.
FEMA Community Leader Survey
Community Leaders – Flooding threatens communities across the United States in a variety of different ways. Understanding both the local impact that flood risks have on communities as well as the challenges that local officials face in trying to communicate this information to their constituents is critical to the effectiveness of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). To this end, in 2010 FEMA began conducting an annual online survey of community leaders (http://feedback.cfigroup.com/FEMA?LISTCR=CIS&LISTID=112122). Please take some time (approximately 15 minutes) to complete the survey in the following link. We appreciate your time and feedback.
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KRQE Flood Insurance Article
KRQE has an article posted today concerning flood map boundary accuracy and flood insurance. Read the article here.
Wetlands as Mitigation Alternative
Despite initial skepticism, communities in England are embracing natural mitigation alternatives to levees and flood walls by converting farmland back to wetlands. Read the full article for all the benefits.
Flood Insurance for my Car
Do you need flood insurance for your car? The short answer is no because there is no such thing. Comprehensive coverage should take care of your losses however. If you are still making payments on your car then you likely already have this coverage. If not, talk to your insurance agent to determine if comprehensive coverage is right for you. Image Source.
Building Regulations Save Lives
Despite another massive earthquake in Chile, only a few people have been killed. Scientists are crediting the low death toll to strict building regulations that are designed to make properties better suited to survive their risk. Read more here. Image source http://www.infiniteunknown.net/category/global-news/.
ArcHydro for Floodplain Delineation
ESRI has a blog post on how to use ArcHydro to delineate floodplain boundaries using DEMs, gauge stations, and streams. Learn more here.
NM Flood Hazards
The NWS provides a list of the types of flood hazards that affect the US as part of their Flood Safety Awareness Week. In New Mexico we’re susceptible to Flash Flooding, River Flooding, Burn Scars/Debris Flows, Ice/Debris Jams, Snowmelt, Dry Wash and Dam Breaks/Levee Failures. Check our their website to learn more