Coastal Hazards Mapping Workshop
Coastal Hazards Mapping Workshop for Local Officials: Preparing for Current and Future Impacts with Available Tools
Event Date(s):
11/19/2009 1:00PM
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Cape Cod & Islands Association of Realtors Conference Center 22 Mid-Tech Drive, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Description: This workshop will provide an update on the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) by examining new mapping efforts and the application of delineations. Additional mapping resources such as Sea Lake and Overland Surge from Hurricane (SLOSH) Maps, Tide Gauge Records, and Inundation Visualizations will also be presented. Discussion will center on applying these tools at the local level and additional information needs. The workshop is sponsored by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management in partnership with the Waquoit Bay Reserve Coastal Training Program (CTP) and the Cape Cod Commission.
Cost: There is no cost to attend but registration is required.
Audience: Municipal officials and staff, volunteers on local boards such as conservation commissions, planning boards etc.
CoSponsors: Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM), Waquoit Bay Reserve Coastal Training Program (CTP), Cape Cod Commission
Contact Info: Julia Knisel, Coastal Resiliency Specialist, CZM (617-626-1191) Tonna-Marie Rogers, CTP Coordinator, WBNERR (508-457-0495)
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