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Want to know if you're at risk for flooding?
North Carolina's Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network (FIMAN) provides real-time flood risk data from over 500 gauges, helping individuals assess their flood exposure during storms.
Hurricanes Florence and Matthew were significant events that resulted in record flooding in North Carolina, demonstrating the urgency of understanding flood risks.
Flooding is not exclusive to coastal areas; it can also severely impact regions along and east of Interstate 95, particularly during heavy rainfall from storms.
Records indicate that both Matthew and Florence caused the Lumber River to crest over its historical highs, highlighting the rising flood risks in North Carolina's waterways.
The FIMAN map allows users to receive notifications when river levels rise to danger, particularly through a user-friendly interface that includes alerts on local flooding.