FEMA Flood Map Service Center: Official US flood zone maps used for flood insurance. Watch Duty: Wildfire alerts and maps for the western United States.
| FEMA Flood Map Service Center | Watch Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Earthquake, Fire & Disaster Maps | Earthquake, Fire & Disaster Maps |
| Coverage | United States | Western United States |
| Updates | Periodically | Live / real time |
| Data source | FEMA flood studies | Official sources, scanners, cameras and satellite data |
| Made by | FEMA | Watch Duty |
| Price | Free | Free; optional paid membership |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Phone app available |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 1 | 1 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Search flood maps by address
- Flood zone designations
- Download map panels
What you can do with Watch Duty
- Active fire maps with perimeters
- Evacuation zones
- Push alerts for your area
- Air quality and wind layers
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.