$75 Billion in Flood Damages Linked to Changing Climate
A new study authored by researchers at Stanford University has determined that increased precipitation created by global warming have contributed one-third of the financial costs…
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$75 Billion in Flood Damages Linked to Climate Shifts
A new study authored by researchers at Stanford University has determined that increased precipitation created by global warming have contributed one-third of the financial costs…
Rising Sea Levels Threaten Affordable Housing Supply
Flooding and other natural disasters are increasing due to carbon emissions and climate change, scientists say, putting the nation’s already dwindling affordable housing supply at…
Solving Houston’s Flooding Problem for Homeowners
A new paper discusses ways the U.S.’s most-flooded city can assist borrowers who at risk from damages. The post Solving Houston’s Flooding Problem for Homeowners…
Non-compliant Properties Claim $1.4 Billion in Flood Damages
Despite a requirement for homes in certain flood-prone areas, FEMA receives tens of millions in claims annually. The post Non-compliant Properties Claim $1.4 Billion in…
Non-Weather Home Damage Risk Heightened
With more Americans spending time at home, damage from faulty pipes, valves, faucets, hoses, and appliances is likely to increase according to a new report.…
How Climate Change is Impacting the NFIP
According to environment experts, climate change poses a significant risk to the National Flood Insurance Program, and the situation is likely to worsen in the…