Concord Property Owners Encouraged To Learn To Prepare For Floods

Press release from the City of Concord:

CONCORD, CA — Flooding can strike when you least expect it. Is your property in a Special Flood Hazard Area? Here's how to check and prepare:

Check Your Flood Zone

• Email the City of Concord’s Engineering Division: cdliveline@cityofconcord.org
• Visit the Contra Costa County Library to view hard copy maps at 2900 Salvio Street
• Use FEMA’s Map Service Center

Get Flood Insurance

Standard homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover flood damage! Concord participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, offering coverage even outside the 100-year floodplain. Bonus: Properties in floodplains may qualify for discounts through the Community Rating System.

Learn More

• Visit FloodSmart.gov
• Call the NFIP Help Center: 1-800-427-4661
• Find out whether your property requires flood insurance through our Concord Property Map
• Read Through Concord's Flood Preparation Brochure

Don’t Wait Until it’s Too Late!

Flood preparedness starts with knowing your risk.

This press release was produced by the City of Concord. The views expressed here are the author’s own.