RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WSAV) — WSAV has received several reports in the past few months where parts of our area have flooded despite not being designated a "flood zone". According to local insurance agents, more people are purchasing flood insurance policies.

Brandye Walker and Summer Jaudon with Beach Insurance Group in Richmond Hill recommend residents get a free quote now, before a major storm is headed towards our coast.

"We definitely recommend everyone think about getting a flood policy," Walker said. "There is a waiting period, so you can't wait till a storm is coming. Definitely try to plan ahead."

National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies, which are regulated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), have about a 30-day waiting period. Some private markets have a 1

See Full Page