Experts Say Flood Insurance Needed
POSTED: Tuesday, July 8, 2008
UPDATED: 5:52 pm CDT July 8,
2008
HOUSTON -- Hurricane Bertha's strength this early in the season may be a sign of a strong season to come. Experts said it should serve as a reminder to make sure families are protected with flood insurance.According to the Harris County Flood Control District, nearly all of Harris County falls within the 100-year flood plain.Flood insurance policies are separate from home insurance policies, and can cost as little as a dollar a day.Insurance agents recommend that the amount of flood coverage should equal the amount a home is insured for.More Information:
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- Harris County Flood Control District Harris County Flood Plain Map Click2Houston Hurricane Section Hurricane Bertha Shifts Direction
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