Inland Flooding: Hurricane Series, Part 3
Update: 2025-11-17
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In this episode, we explain how hurricanes cause inland flooding through extreme rainfall and connected watershed systems. We’ll discuss why Florida’s flat terrain and development patterns make inland flooding so persistent, how these events impact water quality and wildlife, and what practical steps Floridians can take to protect their homes and communities.
Learn More:
- See the most up-to-date FEMA Flood Map for your community: https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home (FEMA)
- Get a quote or learn more about the National Flood Insurance Program: https://www.floodsmart.gov
- Florida Well Owners Network: https://programs.ifas.ufl.edu/well/ (UF/IFAS)
- Benefits of Floodplains: https://www.fema.gov/floodplain-management/wildlife-conservation/benefits-natural (FEMA)
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