DENTON, Texas –– New flood maps become effective in Jim Wells County on Aug. 15, 2017. Residents are encouraged to examine these maps to decide whether they need to buy flood insurance. Awareness of flood risk can help individuals and community leaders can make informed decisions about building and development. Many people do not realize it, but flooding is the #1 natural disaster in the U.S. and only flood insurance covers these unexpected, damaging and sometimes fatal events. Most homeowner insurance policies do not cover the effects of flooding. Anyone without flood insurance...
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