Jamie Glenn outside her home in Philadelphia's Eastwick neighborhood. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY) This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region.

METAIRIE, LA (WVUE) - Jefferson Parish on Wednesday (Sept. 17) announced an improved standing in FEMA’s Community Rating System. This federal program offers flood insurance discounts based on ...

FEMA approved the city to join its Community Rating System, a program that rewards municipalities that take steps to reduce flood risk. Shown is flooding in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia, ...

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — Calvert County has achieved a Class 7 rating in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Community Rating System (CRS), effective May 7, 2025, the Calvert County Board of ...