After a devastating 2016 flash flood, residents in Ellicott City, Maryland worked hard to recover and reopen their businesses. Less than 2 years later, another flash flood tore down Main Street. However, communities have the ability to lower their flood risk. Smart land use and building codes, green infrastructure, floodproofing, or raising a home’s elevation are just a few solutions that can change the future of a community.

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