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You can visit the map comparison tool and search for your address. Please note that the 1981 flood - way designation is not shown on this map: https: J/bit.1y f 39NHo0o When FEMA determines that it is time to update flood maps in Kittitas County, Flood Control Zone District staff rovide technical revie of the F1RMs and iform citizens about the new maps. The Flood Control Zone District has also received funding from the FEMA to better understand flooding in Crystal, Currier, Mercer, Reecer, and Whiskey Creeks. flood studies in these areas will enable the District to implement more effective flood control projects. This funding program requires that the flood hazard maps be updated when the study is finished and also gives the Dis- trict the tools to update these maps once again when flood projects are implemented. 1 E 0%,J;%4 CAM I R E D U C E MY I NS Us,�i�4LL miii is • Lower your property's exposure to flooding by elevating your home, • Apply for a Letter of Map Change (LOMC) if you think your building is incorrectly shown as be- ing in a high risk area. A Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) can be requested if a property is shown as being in a high risk flood zone but is actually on naturally high ground, • Consider a high deductible to lower your premium if financially possible, • if mapping revisions will show your property in a Special Flood Hazard Area for the first time, don't wait to explore insurance options. You may be eligible for a lower premium during the first 12 months after a map change and buying a policy before the new maps go into effect can save more money. Kittitas County participates in the Community Rating System, a voluntary program that reduces insurance premiums by 20% in our community, Your homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage. Only flood insurance covers flood damage. To find out which flood zone you live in or for information on flood insurance, visit: http://www.floodsmart.gov