An oceanographer explains how climate change, warming oceans and a souped-up atmosphere are creating conditions for deadly floods.

What was once viewed primarily as a natural or humanitarian issue has now evolved into a pressing threat to real estate ...

Even in areas that are mapped, like the Camp Mystic site in Kerr County, Texas, that was hit by a deadly flash flood on July ...

On July 4, a horrific flash flood occurred in central Texas, mainly impacting Kerr County. The heavy rain started at about 3 a.m., resulting in rainwater surging down mountain slopes, causing the ...

Climate change has made extreme rainfall more common and more intense. But many flood risk maps have yet to catch up.

Floods are becoming increasingly common throughout the nation, unexpectedly weaving into our lives and wrecking homes.

FEMA is anticipated to open a 90-day public appeal and comment period in the winter where property owners can formally ...

While FEMA has improved the accuracy and accessibility of the maps over time with better data, digital tools and community ...

In theory, the maps enable homeowners, businesses and local officials to understand their flood risk and take appropriate ...