Reported about 2 months ago
Conflicting federal policies regarding dam safety and flood insurance are forcing communities in flood-prone areas to either pay more for coverage or remain unaware of potential risks from upstream dams. A review indicates that insufficient sharing of critical dam information, compounded by security measures implemented after the 9/11 attacks, hinders effective flood risk management. Communities striving for discounts under FEMA's flood insurance program face challenges due to restricted access to data needed for mapping and public outreach, increasing the potential for costly consequences and unsafe living conditions.
Source: YAHOO