PRELIMINARY FLOOD MAPS FOR PANOLA COUNTY, TEXAS, READY FOR PUBLIC
VIEW
[https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20240821/preliminary-flood-maps-panola-county-texas-ready-public-view]


Release Date: 
August 21, 2024 

DENTON, TEXAS – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are
available for review by residents and business owners in all
communities and incorporated areas of Panola County, Texas.

Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to
learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance
requirements. Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or
questions about the information provided and participate in the appeal
and comment periods for the maps.

This is Panola County’s first complete set of digital FIRMs. These
maps serve multiple purposes, including defining Special Flood Hazard
Areas (SFHAs). SFHAs are areas at high risk for flooding. Communities
and residents can use the information to make informed decisions about
building, development and flood insurance.

FEMA stresses that flooding can and does happen outside of the most
vulnerable areas.

Review the preliminary flood maps by visiting the local floodplain
administrator (FPA). A FEMA Map Specialist can help identify community
FPAs. Specialists are available by telephone at 877-FEMA-MAP
(877-336-2627) or by email at FEMA-FMIX@fema.dhs.gov.

The preliminary maps may also be viewed online:

	* The Flood Map Changes Viewer at http://msc.fema.gov/fmcv
	*  FEMA Map Service Center at http://msc.fema.gov/portal
	* The Base Level Engineering-to-FIRM Viewer at
https://webapps.usgs.gov/fema/ble_firm

For more information about the flood maps:

	* Use a live chat service about flood maps at
floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/fmx_main.html
[https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/fmx_main.html] (just click on the
“Live Chat Open” icon).
	* Contact a FEMA Map Specialist by telephone at 877-FEMA-MAP
(877-336-2627) or by email at FEMA-FMIX@fema.dhs.gov.

There are cost-saving options available for those newly mapped into a
high-risk flood zone. Learn more about your flood insurance options by
talking with your insurance agent or visiting
https://www.floodsmart.gov.