In western North Carolina, the gaps in FEMA’s flood zones are even more pronounced. About 2,100 properties were in FEMA’s flood zone in Buncombe County compared to 19,500 identified as “at ...

Many areas of western North Carolina affected by flooding had FEMA flood maps that were 12 to 15 years old, according to Anna Weber, a senior policy analyst at the Natural Resources Defense Council.

Roughly 180 Richmond homes and businesses will soon be in a high-risk flood zone, according to new FEMA flood maps for the ...

Heavy rains are triggering a flood watch across northeastern North Carolina. Some roads in Camden County are experiencing ...

Rains from Hurricane Helene caused severe flooding in western North Carolina, devastating communities. But less than 3% of properties in the state have flood insurance, leaving many unprotected.

In North Carolina, less than 3% of households are protected with flood insurance, NFIP data shows. Part of the problem, say experts, is that many homeowners underestimate the risk.

looking good as well. our coverage of north carolina’s hurricane preparedness week continues this morning. today we are focusing on a deadly and often underestimated threat that’s inland flooding.

The weather pattern that soaked parts of Texas and Louisiana earlier this week will shift to the east before stalling, setting up days of severe weather and a prolonged flash flood threat.

North Carolina floods: Lake Lure Dam overtops with water, but remains in tact, officials say Several counties in western North Carolina are experiencing flooding caused by Helene's heavy rain ...