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Flood risk across the state is growing because of climate change. Areas that have never flooded before may see significant flooding now or in the future. There are many online tools and resources available to help you better understand, visualize, and reduce the risk.<\/p>\n
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DEP\u2019s first Scientific Report on Climate Change <\/i><\/a> identifies and presents the best available science and existing data regarding the current and anticipated environmental effects of climate change in New Jersey. The report details how and why we will see an increase in flooding across the State.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Extreme Precipitation Studies” tab_id=”extreme-precipitation-studies”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n In addition to the Scientific Report, DEP released two Extreme Precipitation Studies<\/a> confirming increases in precipitation across New Jersey over the last 20 years, and projecting further increases in precipitation intensity through the end of this century due to climate change.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Extreme Precipitation Projection Tool” tab_id=”extreme-precipitation-projection-tool”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n These studies are accompanied by an interactive Extreme Precipitation Projection Tool<\/a> that helps users identify regional local estimates of projected changes in extreme rainfall amounts.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MyCoast: Know Your Tides” tab_id=”know-your-tides”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n The MyCoast: Know Your Tides<\/a> site includes steps to be tide smart so you don’t get stuck in sunny day floods that occur all around New Jersey. These tips include checking your local tides, signing up for flood alerts, and preparing in advance for flood emergencies.<\/p>\n The MyCoast site also hosts Rising Together NJ<\/a>, a forum for anyone to share their flooding experiences.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Resilient NJ Local Planning for Climate Change Toolkit” tab_id=”resilient-toolkit”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n The Resilient NJ Local Planning for Climate Change Toolkit<\/a> can be used to inform climate resilience planning efforts, including completing a climate change-related hazard vulnerability assessment. Understanding a community\u2019s vulnerability can help guide effective decision-making to prevent or eliminate flood risk.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#e7e6e6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”What to Do” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%2300669b” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” color=”white” spacing=”1″ gap=”2″ c_icon=”chevron” c_position=”right” active_section=”-1″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”1. Understand your flood risk” tab_id=”understand-your-flood-risk”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n Flooding is occurring more than ever in New Jersey. Being smart about your flood risk can help keep you, your family, and your property safe. Here\u2019s what you should do:<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”2. Share your experience” tab_id=”share-your-experience”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Share your experience<\/strong>. We want you to share how you\u2019ve been impacted by flooding. Sharing your story and your knowledge will help others to understand, plan for their future, and document flood impacts. Rising Together NJ<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”3. Sign up for local flood alerts” tab_id=”sign-up-for-local-flood-alerts”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Sign up for local flood alerts<\/strong> on Nixle<\/a> to get emergency advisories texted to your phone. For more robust flood alerts by email, sign up for the Steven\u2019s Flood Advisory System<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”4. Be prepared before floods happen” tab_id=”be-prepared-before-floods-happen”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Be prepared before floods happen.<\/strong> Know your evacuation route<\/a> and leave when told. Do not drive, walk, or swim through floodwaters. Remember: Turn around, don\u2019t Drown<\/a>!<\/p>\n Register Ready<\/a>, New Jersey\u2019s Special Needs Registry for Disasters, allows New Jersey residents with disabilities or access and functional needs and their families, friends and associates an opportunity to provide information to emergency response agencies. This helps emergency responders better plan to serve them in a disaster or other emergency if evacuations are ordered. The information collected here is confidential and will not be available to the public.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”5. Get flood insurance” tab_id=”get-flood-insurance”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Get flood insurance<\/a>. Extreme precipitation and storm events are getting more intense, resulting in more flooding. Remember that most homeowner\u2019s insurance doesn\u2019t cover flooding, leaving your home or business unprotected.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”6. Have an emergency kit and a family plan” tab_id=”have-an-emergency-kit-and-a-family-plan”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Have an emergency kit and a family plan<\/strong>. A plan and an emergency kit help you to be ready for the unexpected and reduce your stress in a flood \u2013 or in any kind of emergency. Learn more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”custom” accent_color=”#e7e6e6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Technical Assistance & Funding Opportunities” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%2300669b” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” color=”white” spacing=”1″ gap=”2″ c_icon=”chevron” c_position=”right” active_section=”-1″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Resilient NJ” tab_id=”apply-for-resilient-nj-program”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n For communities interested in undertaking comprehensive resilience planning, consider applying to the Resilient NJ<\/a> program. Resilient NJ is the State\u2019s flagship resilience planning program, providing direct technical assistance to regions and municipalities.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Blue Acres” tab_id=”blue-acres”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n If a home is experiencing repeated and severe flood damage, homeowners may want to consider moving to a lower-risk area. The Blue Acres<\/a> program offers buyouts and relocation assistance to families whose homes are subject to repeated flooding.<\/p>\n Following the severe flooding from Ida in September 2021, New Jersey has access to $84M in federal funds for buyouts ($50M from FEMA and $34M from HUD). These funds compliment the dedicated state Blue Acres funding available to help families and communities recover and be more resilient in the face of future storms and rain events.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Funding Opportunities” tab_id=”1699972450472-e1b5d30f-d67a”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n
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