The Montana DNRC Floodplain Management Program promotes common sense planning for development in flood-prone areas. Floods are the nation’s most common natural disaster. Building state and community floodplain management expertise and capability are critical to flood risk reduction. Local communities are tasked with managing flood-prone areas and communicating risk awareness to the public. Mapping, permitting, insurance and mitigation are the cornerstones of a community program to better protect public health, safety and welfare.
Flood After Fire
Homes in or near wildfire burned areas face a higher risk of flash flooding and mudflows. The Montana Department of Natural Resources and the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance encourage you to plan ahead and protect your home by purchasing flood insurance. Check with your insurance company to see if you are covered for flood damage. New policies generally take 30 days to take effect, so remember to plan ahead.
Visit MTfireinfo.org for more information on wildfire impact areas.
For more flood-after-fire or flood insurance information, visit the Office of the Montana State Auditor Flood - Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance
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