Determining flood risk in Alachua County
Press release from Alachua County
ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla. – With hurricane season fast approaching, Alachua County urges residents to be prepared in the event of a flood.
The primary causes of flooding in Alachua County are tropical storms and afternoon thunderstorms, most frequently occurring from June through November.
Residents can review the Determining Flood Risks in Alachua County document created by Alachua County Public Works that has information about flood safety measures, hurricane preparedness, floodplain development permits, drainage maintenance systems, and more.
Other useful links
For up-to-date information on hurricanes and emergency threats to your area, visit www.AlachuaCountyReady.com. Text “Alachua” to 888-777 for real-time updates sent to your phone.
Check to see if your home is in a flood zone. Type in your address, then click on the “flood zones” tab.
For information on adding flood insurance learn more about the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
So wrong!! The primary cause of flooding is improper development. Building and paving in lowlands is not a good idea.
OMG, the primary cause of flooding is WATER!!!! Even the back-Ward Mayor of Gainesville know that.