When it comes to protecting your property from flooding, knowledge is your first line of defense. That starts with understanding your flood zone. Flood zones…
Flooding is a reality for many communities in rural coastal Virginia, especially here on the Middle Peninsula. But not all floods are created equal. Understanding…
Rising waters aren’t just a future threat for the Middle Peninsula—they’re already a present challenge for many property owners. That’s why Fight the Flood is…
Residents in King William County in rural coastal Virginia can now access first come, first served grant funds to replace or repair failing septic systems,…
Living on the Middle Peninsula of Virginia, a rural coastal community, means learning to live with the water and the single largest problem facing the…
“Sea level rise is this big, scary reality. We’re always hearing predictions from scientists that the oceans will swallow islands, flood major cities, and wipe…
What does it mean to live in a high-water hazard area? To live in a place where you know that it’s not just a…
Looking to fight the flood? Read on below for other mitigation options for private and public landowners to consider. STRUCTURE ELEVATION Structure elevation is the…
Twenty-three million. Following the recent award of $1.5 million to the Middle Peninsula region to fight flooding issues – the first grant of its kind…
Eight businesses will each receive up to $300,000 in funding and support to pilot solutions addressing sea level rise and flooding in coastal Virginia RISE…
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