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Elevation Doesn’t Mean Protection

Elevation Doesn’t Mean ProtectionBy: Vance E. Shimley

🏠 Elevated doesn't mean protected. Too many property owners assume they're safe from flood loss just because their building is raised — but if any part of your structure sits below the Base Flood Elevation, you're still at risk.

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Elevation Doesn’t Mean Protection