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- Florida's aging dams pose significant risks, with potential catastrophic failures if not properly maintained.
- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is updating its national inventory with inundation maps to assess flood risks.
- September marks National Preparedness Month, highlighting the importance of emergency planning for natural disasters.
- Homeowners should review insurance policies, as many exclude flood coverage, risking financial losses.
- Emergency planning resources, including checklists and flood insurance details, are accessible at ready.gov and floodsmart.gov.
