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What is NFHL?

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What is NFHL?

The National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL) is a geospatial database that contains current effective flood hazard data. FEMA provides the flood hazard data to support the National Flood Insurance Program. The NFHL is made from effective flood maps and Letters of Map Change (LOMC) delivered to communities.

What is a LiMWA line?

The LiMWA is an informational line that can be found on flood maps for some coastal areas. On a flood map, it is shown as a black line with black arrows that point to areas where wave heights are between 1.5 and 3 feet. It also marks the inland limit of the Coastal A Zone.

How do I see flood zones on Google Maps?

Areas that are likely to be flooded are displayed on the map with a blue overlay. It is also possible to right-click on any location and view the elevation level at that point. If you want to share a Flood Map search you can cut and paste a link to the current map view.

Does BFE include wave height?

For coastal communities, the BFE shown on FIRMs published prior to 1981 are stillwater elevations, which include only the effects of tide and storm surge and not the height of wind-generated waves. …

How do I find my flood zone on Google Maps?

Areas that are likely to be flooded are displayed on the map with a blue overlay. It is also possible to right-click on any location and view the elevation level at that point.

How do you make a FEMA FIRMette?

  1. How to Create a FIRMette.
  2. msc.fema.gov. FIRMette Instructions:
  3. Go to the FEMA Map Service Center website: https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home. Click Search All Products.
  4. Click on Effective Products. Click on FIRM Panels.
  5. Drop the “green box” in the desired area.
  6. Preview FIRMette and Download to a PDF.