Getfloodfluent.org

05/16/2025

This is a great feature on why some areas are more likely to flood. Knowing your flood risk is the first step to protecting your home from damaging floods.

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) – Hampton Roads is home to some of the most flood prone areas on the east coast as our area experiences everything from storm surge flooding during tropical systems …

05/13/2025

A Flood Watch is in effect through tonight for Hampton Roads.

Days like today are the perfect reminder that in Hampton Roads, flooding isn't just from hurricanes and nor'easters. It's just an every day reality.

05/06/2025

Do you know your flood risk?

The first step of preparing for hurricanes is to know your risk. Find out today what types of water and wind hazards could happen where you live. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Impacts from wind and water can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur regardless of the storm’s strength. Know if you live in an area prone to flooding, if you live in an evacuation zone, and identify any structural weaknesses in your home.
noaa.gov/know-your-risk-water-wind

12/17/2024

There are a lot of challenges right now with flood insurance, like climate change expanding the bounds of risk and not enough money to cover it.

But local officials also see opportunities. Last year, the Norfolk nonprofit RISE Resilience Innovations gave out money to four startups working on flood insurance solutions. WHRO News checked in to explore their progress.

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/4ufc364z

11/26/2024

Great winterizing tips from our friends at askhrgreen.org on how to protect your household pipes from freezing during this weekend's artic blast. 🌬

Brrrr...looks like winter is arriving early this year! 🥶 Hampton Roads is expecting temperatures to dip into the 20s this weekend. Take time this week to disconnect and store your rain barrel and outdoor garden hoses and insulate any exposed pipes. Insulating exposed pipes, especially in unheated areas of your home, can prevent pipes from freezing during cold weather.

Learn more about winterizing your home at https://askhrgreen.org/gtk-gtd/winterizing-your-pipes/

10/02/2024

09/27/2024

Virginia’s peak for Tropical Storm Activity happens in October and early November and the tropics have surely been spinning this fall! Act now to purchase or refresh emergency essentials like bottled water, batteries, non-perishable foods, and flash lights. And of course, make sure you have a flood insurance policy to protect your home and property.

The Virginia Department of Health is reminding people to prepare for storms head of the season's peak in October and November.

09/26/2024

The king tides will bring high water to Hampton Roads next month and local organizations want your help in mapping it throughout the region.

09/25/2024

Heavy rainfall events are becoming a top cause of flooding but those risks aren't captured by your typical flood zone map. Flood insurance is for EVERYONE because anywhere it can rain, it can flood.

Extreme rainfall across the country is changing where and how many communities flood. Many areas that never flooded before are seeing devastating effects.

08/08/2024

Your personal vehicle is most likely not a submarine, so don’t even think about driving it through flood waters. Do not walk, swim, or drive through flood waters. To put it simply — Turn Around, Don’t Drown! 🚙🌊

Just six inches of moving water can knock you down, and one foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle away.

Stay off of bridges over fast-moving water.

Determine how best to protect yourself based on the type of flooding.

08/07/2024

You can help reduce localized flooding in your neighborhood by clearing your yard of anything that might float away and clog up the stormwater system. There's lots of rain on the way. Stay flood fluent, Hampton Roads!

Weather impacts are expected to hit our area over the next few days.

08/02/2024

The sales tax holiday is underway! Make sure to freshen up your hurricane and emergency supplies. Eligible items include:
Portable generators - $1,000 or less per item
Gas-powered chainsaws - $350 or less per item
Chainsaw accessories - $60 or less per item
Miscellaneous hurricane preparedness items (batteries, first aid kits, phone chargers, flashlights, etc.) - $60 or less per item

The Virginia sales tax holiday starts today and runs through Sunday, August 4! Before you start shopping, visit our website for a full list of qualifying products: https://bit.ly/4duay3M