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FEMA Flood Insurance Traps Coastal Homeowners as Seas Rise

Coastal homes are collapsing due to climate-driven erosion and sea level rise. FEMA only pays flood insurance after collapse, incentivizing homeowners to wait. Congress stalled a bill allowing pre-collapse payouts for demolition or relocation.