June 1, 2026

County FEMA Rating Brings Flood Insurance Discounts

Flood

St. Mary’s County has earned a Class 7 rating under FEMA’s community rating system. As a result of the new rating, most NFIP flood insurance policyholders in St. Mary’s County will qualify for a 15% discount on their flood insurance premiums.

Oct. 4 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test

Emergency Alert System

The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts on October 4, 2023.

FEMA Chief Can’t Delay Flood Insurance Changes

“This is a national issue. This movie is coming to a theater near you,” says Louisiana Senator trying to block rate hikes associated with the new law.