Flood Insurance
Douglas County Hosts Flood Awareness Event both as In Person and Virtual Option
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 9:46amDouglas County and the State of Nevada is hosting an in person educational event to inform citizens on flood preparation on November 17, 2020 from 3-4:30pm in the Ranch View Room of the Douglas County Community and Senior Center.
Douglas County asks residents near Numbers Fire to prepare for potential flooding
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/14/2020 - 2:46pmMINDEN — Douglas County officials are informing residents near the Numbers Fire area to be aware for potential flooding. The National Weather Service in Reno has outlined the potential for thunderstorms in the burn area of the Numbers Fire for Wednesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 16, with the potential for flooding the rest of the week in the Fish Springs and Ruhenstroth areas.
Carson Valley prepares for potential spring flooding, urges residents to be 'flood ready'
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 12:38pmMINDEN — With the onset of spring and warmer temperatures, Douglas County would like to remind residents of the potential for some minor spring flooding in the months to come. With the spring run-off, citizens could expect to see some road closures on arterial roads such as Mottsville, Centerville Lane, Muller Lane and Genoa Lane.
Farmers Insurance-Daniel McCraw
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 4:35pmFlood Insurance is one of those things you might not think about- until you're knee deep in muddy water in your living room. At that point, it's too late. You're left with moldy furniture, ruined flooring, and probably a big replacement cost. You're not alone though. 87% of homeowners don't have a flood insurance policy.
Misconception #1: You don't need flood insurance unless you live in a flood-prone area. Not true. Your property may be at risk. Heavy rainfall, melting snow and floods happen more often and in more parts of the country than you think.
Be Aware, Be Prepared for Increased Flooding in Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 12:02pmCARSON CITY, Nev. -- Late summer and early fall brings more than just warming and cooling temperatures in Nevada. It also brings increased flood risks. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Nevada Division of Emergency Management advise the residents of Northern Nevada to get prepared — well ahead of rising waters.
Lyon County urges residents to plan now for expected flooding from spring, summer runoff
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 2:15pmYERINGTON, Nev. — As Lyon County continues to recover from the January and February flood events, agencies, leaders and department heads continue to plan for the upcoming spring and summer runoff and the subsequent flooding that is expected.
Prepare now for flooding: What to do before, during and after the water rises
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 6:56amWith flooding possible in parts of northern Nevada Monday into Tuesday, residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with what to do before, during and after a flood.
Nevada Cooperative Extension: Prepare now for weekend flood potential
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/06/2017 - 3:14pmWith flooding likely in parts of northern Nevada this weekend, residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with what to do before, during and after a flood. The best local resource for information on flooding is the Nevada Floods website. Residents are encouraged to visit the website now, but here is some basic information.
Cooperative Extension educator recalls 1997 New Year's flood, urges preparedness
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/05/2017 - 4:57pmThere has been a lot of talk this week about the 1997 flood. Twenty years ago, on New Year’s Eve Day, 1996, my Dad and I went goose hunting. We had set out our decoys and had a good early morning hunt, however, it started raining so we packed everything up, leaving the bags of decoys in a dry irrigation ditch.
Douglas County Promotes Nevada Flood Awareness Week
Submitted by editor on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 6:27pmDouglas County and the State of Nevada are hosting an educational event to inform citizens on flood preparation and safety during Flood Awareness Week, Nov. 13-19, 2016. This year’s event will be held on Wednesday, November 16, from 2 pm to 7 pm in the North Room of the Douglas County Community and Senior Center.
Higher flood insurance costs coming to Nevada
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/24/2014 - 4:43pmNearly 1,300 federally subsidized flood insurance policies in Nevada are set to feel the sting of flood insurance rate hikes, despite a rate relief law President Barack Obama signed Friday.
Nevada insurance chief: Stay protected, conduct a year end policy review
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 9:53amCARSON CITY — As the holiday season is in full swing, most families are not thinking about insurance. But as the year comes to an end, it’s a good idea to conduct a home inventory and year end insurance policy review. This is the best way to make sure that your home and possessions have the insurance protection they need.
Nevada Wildfire Awareness Week - A time to review your homeowner’s insurance
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 11:30amCARSON CITY – Nevada’s insurance carriers have reported to the Nevada Division of Insurance (Division) that they have received around 1,100 claims as a result of the Caughlin Ranch and Washoe Drive fires. The dollar amount of these claims, mostly due to fire, wind or smoke damage is approaching $35 million.
These insurance claim estimates show the dangers of wildfire. Nevadans should take action during Nevada Wildfire Awareness Week (NWAW) to prepare their homes and evaluate their insurance to prepare for wildfire season.
State Lawmaker Speaks Out Against Unfunded Federal Mandates
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/07/2011 - 12:37pmCARSON CITY – A state lawmaker testified today that the federal government’s unfunded mandates on issues such as clean air, clean water and flood zones are imposing costs on Nevada taxpayers without authority or justification.