Some people have purchased flood insurance because it was required by banks when they obtained a mortgage or home improvement loan. Usually these policies just cover the building's structure and not the contents. During the kind of flooding that occurs in Tallahassee, there is usually more damage to the furniture and contents than there is to the structure. At last count, there were 939 flood insurance policies in Tallahassee for an insured amount of 80 million dollars. If you are covered, check out the amount and extent of coverage and make sure you have coverage for the contents.
Flood insurance covers all surface floods.
The City of Tallahassee has an emergency Management Plan, and monitors flash flood warnings from the National Weather Service. When warnings are received, the Florida Emergency Broadcast System disseminates the information to all radio and television stations in our City. You may call the Tallahassee emergency management coordinator at 891-4751 for more information. Practice safety during floods. Do not panic.