FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 anyway? | Tidal Flooding Talk (6/30/26)

FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 anyway? | Tidal Flooding Talk (6/30/26)

Tom Heist from Tom Heist Insurance in New Jersey (www.tomheistinsurance.com [http://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 [http://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

Restoring Shorebird Habitats in Long Island | Tidal Flooding Talk (6/23/2026)

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 [http://njcoastalcoalition.com] to learn more!

The Future of Floodplain Management | Tidal Flooding Talk (6/16/26)

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 [http://njcoastalcoalition.com] to learn more!

Flooding Year-Round: Myths and Realities | Tidal Flooding Talk (6/9/2026)

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 [http://njcoastalcoalition.com] to learn more!

🥳"The best free weather app in history" | Tidal Flooding Talk (6/2/2026)

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 [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 [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 [http://njcoastalcoalition.com] to learn more!