California Flood Zones

California faces diverse flood hazards including coastal storm surge, atmospheric river-driven rainfall, snowmelt flooding in the Sierra Nevada foothills, and flash flooding in desert regions. Wildfire burn scars dramatically increase debris flow and flash flood risks across the state.

FEMA Region

Region 9

NFIP Policies

185,000

Common Zones

Look Up Any California Address

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California Cities

Explore flood zone information for major cities in California.

Understanding Flood Zones

Learn more about the FEMA flood zone designations common in California.