Swiftmud Holds Meeting About New Flood Plain Maps In Wesley Chapel

Flood plain maps filled the cafeteria of Wesley Chapel High School on May 22 during a meeting with residents to identify flood-prone areas in Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills.
Flood plain maps filled the cafeteria of Wesley Chapel High School on May 22 during a Swiftmud meeting with residents to identify flood-prone areas in Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills.

By Matt Wiley

As the rainy season (and hurricane season) begins, we almost automatically can expect rain to be in the forecast on a regular basis. However, regular rain also poses the threat of flooding, and the Southwest Florida Water Management District (or โ€œSwiftmudโ€) is working with the public to draw the most up-to-date and accurate flood plain maps.ย Continue reading