While the SFWMD works to minimize flooding, and collects data about regional and local flooding, it is not involved in establishing the criteria for flood insurance.
What can I and my neighbors do to prevent flooding and protect water resources in our community?
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SFWMD's regional system works in concert with smaller systems, which are managed by communities or local governments such as cities, counties or water control districts. Each part of this man-made system has a crucial role to play in avoiding catastrophic flooding, while preserving navigation, water supplies and environmental values.
Individuals can also play a part, by learning how the interconnected systems work.
Check out "Know the Flow" - a brochure describing how local/neighborhood, secondary and regional water management systems work, and offering residents tips for checking/maintaining their neighborhood drainage system.
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