Vanceboro, NC, USA–October 17, 2016–Floodwaters remain high and surround many houses in Craven County. Residents impacted by the recent flooding are encouraged to call FEMA to register for assistance. Register online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or call 800-621-3362 (711 or Video Relay Service). If you use TTY, call 800-462-7585. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – The two days of drenching rains last week provided North Carolina residents with a reminder that floods don’t just happen when a hurricane hits.
In an effort to provide flood insurance to more people, the state is about to be the first in the nation to roll out its own private flood insurance.
The state claims it will be better than the current federal flood insurance that is offered nationally.
When the floods come, the water goes where it wants to go and if you’re in a flood zone and don’t have flood insurance – you’re out of luck.
“Homeowners policies, in general, do not cover flood damage,” said North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey.
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