Federal Register #2026-15939

FEMA Requests Comments on Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Multiple Communities

FEMA, under the Department of Homeland Security, is requesting public comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for communities in Alabama, Georgia, Missouri, and New Hampshire. - Government Buyer: - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Department of Homeland Security - Scope of Request: - Proposed changes to Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways - Updates reflected on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports - Affected Communities: - Multiple localities across four states, with repository addresses provided for each - Unique Requirements: - Stakeholders and affected communities must review preliminary flood hazard data - Feedback is sought to inform floodplain management measures and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) participation - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a request for information and comment, not a procurement of products or services.

Description

This notice from the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requests comments on proposed flood hazard determinations. These determinations may include changes to Base Flood Elevation, base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways on Flood Insurance Rate Maps and supporting Flood Insurance Study reports. The purpose is to gather information and comments on preliminary flood hazard data that affect floodplain management measures communities must adopt or maintain to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program. Comments are due by November 4, 2026.

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