Flood News

Floodwater against a residential doorway with flood barriers in place

Aug 24, 2026 StormBag Team7 min read

You Have Until August 31 to Buy NFIP Coverage That Starts Before the Lapse

NFIP's authority to write new flood insurance contracts expires September 30. Because new policies carry a 30-day waiting period, the practical deadline is August 31...

NOAA Weather Prediction Center Day 1 Excessive Rainfall Outlook valid Monday August 17 2026, showing a Slight risk over the central Appalachians and eastern Kentucky

Aug 17, 2026 StormBag Team8 min read

Indiana Has a Federal Disaster Declaration. It Does Not Pay for Your Basement.

Fifty-three Indiana counties were named in the federal declaration approved Saturday. It authorizes Public Assistance only — grants to governments, not households. Here is what...