Real stories. Real success.
Hear from real people across the country who have grown resilient and rebuilt their lives against nature with the help of flood insurance.
Rising against the river in Vermont
When you live near a river, you can’t live without flood insurance. These owners of local businesses in Londonderry, Vermont know that living by the river is a gift you shouldn’t take for granted. With flood insurance and mitigation grants from FEMA, see how this New England community remains resilient against frequent flooding.
Overcoming overwhelming odds in Missouri
Missouri homeowner and NFIP policyholder, Bobette Patton, shares how she recovered from five floods in eight years, applied for a FEMA-Funded Residential Property Voluntary Flood Buyout and used the funding to purchase a new home only one mile from her original home. She shares the emotional impact of the floods and how overwhelming it felt, before she found peace of mind with this extra coverage from FEMA and the NFIP.
Preserving legacy and community in Detroit's flood environment
Housed in Detroit, Michigan, St. Stephen African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church is the cornerstone of the African American community in the area. Reverend Darryl R. Williams explains how flooding from torrential rainfall affected the church and surrounding community. He also shares how to safeguard your property using flood insurance, and other ways to mitigate flood risk and loss.
Planning for the rising risks of flooding in Washington
Washington homeowner and NFIP policyholder, Todd Floyd, shares how he recovered from flooding after a seawall failed to protect his home from 12-foot waves. He knew that living near a coast, the threat of flooding was real. Yet, he was tied to the beauty of the land, the equity built in his home and the family heirlooms curated inside. He didn’t want to risk a lack of coverage when there is a lot to lose without flood insurance.
Rebuilding after Hurricane Ida in New Jersey
Hurricane Ida made landfall in New Jersey. Wherever it rains, it can flood—it’s that simple. But being prepared makes the biggest difference. Thanks to flood insurance and various flood risk mitigation strategies, everyone can get the peace of mind they need to know that their homes and families are protected from the next big flood.