FEMA has released new flood zone maps, adding thousands more residents into high-risk flood zones.

The new maps are effective 12/20/24, requiring property owner's immediate attention!

Three open houses are being held in September at locations countywide 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.

For more details, visit pbc.gov/pzb, where you will find the following link:

Also, at the above link, is a quick and easy tool to determine your flood zone by entering your address. The results will provide users with their pending flood zone(s)! (See key below.)

Flood Zone Key:

• Special Flood Hazard Areas: A, AE, AH, AD
• Coastal High Hazard Area: VE
• Low Risk Areas: X500
• Minimal/Undetermined Risk Areas: X,D

If no pending flood zone results, the current flood zone remains the same.

EVERYONE IS AT RISK FOR FLOODING, NO MATTER WHAT ZONE YOU LIVE IN!

If you have any questions, please call the county’s Flood Hotline at 561-233-5374.