Tom Heist from Tom Heist Insurance in New Jersey (www.tomheistinsurance.com) explains FEMA’s new Risk Rating 2.0 program. He talks about how it is different from the old Risk Rating 1.0, and what homeowners can do to lower their flood insurance costs.

In this episode, we learn how flood zone maps have changed over time. We also look at new technology like satellite pictures and drones that help measure flood risk better. Finally, we share easy, practical tips that homeowners can use to reduce their risk of flooding and save money on insurance.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Risk Rating 2.0
03:17 Understanding Risk Rating 1.0 vs 2.0
06:03 The Role of Data in Flood Insurance
09:08 Flood Zones and Their Relevance Today
11:53 Community Involvement and Flood Insurance Discounts
12:53 Technological Advances in Insurance Assessment
13:51 The Impact of Hurricane Sandy on Communities
17:06 Mitigating Flood Risks Through Elevation and Insurance
20:09 Strategies for Saving on Flood Insurance
23:58 Common Misconceptions About Flood Insurance
29:11 TFT Outro.mp4

Join us as we explore coastal resiliency and habitat restoration with Tara Schneider Moran, Senior Conversation Biologist for Hempstead, NY. Learn about shorebird habitats, salt marsh restoration, and community involvement.

00:00 Introduction
02:11 Coastal Resiliency and Shorebird Habitats
10:03 Winter Preparations for Shorebird Nesting
13:28 Community Involvement in Habitat Management
25:03 Salt Marsh Restoration and Ecosystem Interconnection
26:32 Closing Thoughts and Personal Reflections

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

Dan Skeldon and Palma Shiles interview Jay Dilworth, a seasoned construction and floodplain management expert, to explore the evolving standards, regulations, and future trends in floodplain management and coastal construction.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:53 Current State of Summer and School Year Endings
02:15 Introduction of Guest Jay Dilworth and His Background
05:26 Jay Dilworth on Floodplain Certification and Career Path
09:41 Impact of Sandy and Post-Storm Standards
14:34 Future of Floodplain Management and Climate Adaptation
19:39 Challenges in Zoning and Construction Regulations
24:23 Common Code Violations and Contractor Mistakes
25:07 Public Misconceptions About Floodplain Requirements
26:21 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
26:59 TFT Outro.mp4


Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

Meteorologist Dan Skeldon and Palma Shiles share their expertise on this week's episode! Dan explain what is and, more importantly, is not tidal flooding. Meanwhile, Palma offers insights to flood zone misconceptions, and the importance of regulations and preparedness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weather Overview
02:49 Unique Challenges of Jersey Shore Weather
05:40 Understanding Tidal Flooding
08:43 Homeowner Insights and Flood Preparedness
11:15 Impact of Weather on Property Decisions
14:20 Meteorologists' Perspective on Forecasting

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Finally, a free weather app Meteorologist Joe Martucci approves of! The EverythingWx app is 100% human curated weather data with any high-quality information you can think of. Cory Mottice, the owner of the app, joins TFT to explain this groundbreak app.

Download on Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/everythingweather/id6736664582

Download on Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.corymottice.wiseweather&hl=en_US

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

In this episode, we celebrate the career of Dr. Dave Robinson, the long-serving New Jersey State Climatologist, exploring his journey, insights on weather and climate, and his retirement plans. We also discuss the impact of climate science on policy and community resilience.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

Join us as we explore the Blue Acres Program in New Jersey with Courtney Wald-Wittkop, discussing flood risk mitigation, voluntary buyouts, and community resilience strategies. Learn how this innovative program helps homeowners relocate from flood-prone areas and the future of flood resilience in the state.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

Join us as we explore urban nature-based solutions for flood and heat mitigation with Johnny Quispe of the Nature Conservancy. Discover how cities like Newark and Patterson are implementing innovative strategies to create resilient, sustainable communities.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!