#flood-risk

#flood-risk

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Compared with England, where the beaver population is estimated at 500, that's quite a feat. But there's a significant downside to the booming Dutch beaver population. Beavers are increasingly digging burrows and tunnels under roads, railways and even more worrying in dykes. For a country where a quarter of the land sits below sea level, this is not a minor problem especially as beavers are not exactly holding back when digging.

The discrepancy between FEMA estimates and more updated models that consider rainfall and flash flooding illustrates significant differences in risk evaluations for flood-prone areas.

The Guadalupe River reportedly surged more than 20 feet, sweeping away homes, cars, and entire cabins in its path. Communities have been left reeling as floodwaters destroyed countless homes, displacing residents across the region.

The New York Times mapped an overhead view of Camp Mystic with flood-risk area near the Guadalupe River. Cabins, including those just built in 2020, fall within the yellow area.

The yellow weather warning states, "Frequent heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected for much of Saturday before fading from the west during the mid to late afternoon."

Authorities expressed relief that the Lonza River has begun to flow down the valley, reducing the risk of a flood swell.

Flood zones are crucial for self-builders, affecting planning and safety; understanding them can prevent costly delays and provide pathways for building in flood-prone areas.