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TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency has completed preliminary flood maps for Pima County and Marana.
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Before the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) become effective, there is a 90-day appeal period from October 8, 2026 to January 5, 2027.
During that time, residents or businesses with supporting technical and scientific information can appeal the flood risk information on the preliminary maps, which can be viewed here.
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Regardless of mortgage status, the Flood Control District recommends homeowners within flood hazard zones get proper insurance and take the risk seriously.
“We recognize the natural functions of the flood plain, so staying out of those hazardous areas works best for the humans, the structures, and the natural processes of the flood plain,” said Prietto.
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Randal Funchess lives in a floodplain area in Marana and owns Funch Insurance Services. He believes it is important for homeowners to check if a basic flood insurance plan meets their needs, or if a plan with broader coverage would better protect the home.
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“Heavy rain may be excluded, which is something we have here,” Funchess said.
Most typical renters’ insurance plans already cover renters’ items if they are damaged in a flood, according to Funchess.
“Renters are my favorite because those policies are super inclusive, but not a lot of people use them yet,” Funchess said.
Pima County Flood Control District partnered with FEMA, identifying areas that need to be updated on the flood maps.
“Whether it be topography data or aerial photography or even improved modeling techniques, the technology is improving, and better maps come from that,” Prietto said.
If your home is in the draft maps’ flood risk zone and you don’t think it should be, a 90-day appeal window starts Jan. 29.
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To appeal to FEMA Region 9, homeowners must present technical hydrologic data.
The updated maps are expected to be finalized at the end of April.
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