Collier County residents and property owners had the opportunity to view new draft preliminary flood insurance rate maps at an open house on Tuesday. These flood insurance rate maps (FIRMs), show the potential extent and risks of flooding in the area.
The newly released maps include 85 new panels with fresh analysis for homes in affected areas. While the city of Naples is not included in the new analysis, homes just east of Naples in District 6 are covered.
SEE THE WHERE THE NEW ANALYSIS AND MAPPING IS BELOW:
James Peterson, a local homeowner, says he’s been waiting for this information.
“FEMA’s not really talking to us or anybody about anything,” Peterson said. “They’re not telling us what they’re gonna do, new changes, new plans, so I don’t know what it’s going to be like this summer.”…