Ever since the National Flood Insurance Program was created in 1968, the federal program has struggled to find the sweet spot of how much to charge for the coverage.

CR explains why most homeowners should consider flood insurance, where to get it, how much it costs, and everything else you need to know to protect your home.

Up until a few weeks ago, residents of western North Carolina likely gave little consideration to purchasing flood insurance. But last month Hurricane Helene flooded much of that area, as well as ...

This summer’s weather has caused catastrophic rain and flooding in parts of the country, including deadly flooding in Texas and North Carolina. Cities like New York and Chicago have experienced flash ...

When floodwaters from Hurricane Helene engulfed homes and towns in western North Carolina, residents faced a harsh reality -- only 3% had flood coverage. The Cane River took Sharon Hughes' home in ...

Over the past 20 years, 99% of U.S. counties have experienced at least one flood event. Getty Images Over the Fourth of July weekend, parts of central Texas were devastated by flash floods after the ...

RICHMOND, Va. – Joshua Carroll owns Valley Auto Spa in Big Stone Gap, one of the many businesses and homes in Southwest Virginia impacted by Hurricane Helene. The storm was Category 4 when it hit the ...

In the wake of deadly flash floods in Central Texas, many people are wondering what they can do to protect themselves from flooding where they live. It's a good question, and one that is relevant to ...