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National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

A federally funded program established in 1968 to make flood insurance available at a reasonable cost for properties located in participating communities.

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National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

A federally funded program established in 1968 to make flood insurance available at a reasonable cost for properties located in participating communities.

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NFIP flood insurance is available only for direct damage to buildings and contents; there is no time element coverage.

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