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Old 10-01-2018, 10:48 AM
 
Location: Houston, TX
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.., and how often will a Harvey happen? It was a 1,000 year storm.
It will happen again and sooner than you think. I’ve seen several “once in a lifetime” floods.
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Old 10-01-2018, 12:01 PM
 
Location: Austin, TX
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We're looking to retire in FL or TX - can you tell me what a good area is in both states that aren't prone to flooding? We were looking in the Houston and Tampa areas.
The Panhandle of Florida has the highest ground. In Houston I would only buy a house that's elevated at least 18" above the surrounding ground.
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Old 10-05-2018, 11:44 AM
 
Location: Houston/Austin, TX
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Katy’s set up mimicks Florida’s set ups for suburban towns. So I’m not surprised at all here
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Old 10-11-2018, 11:58 AM
 
Location: C.R. K-T
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Katy’s set up mimicks Florida’s set ups for suburban towns. So I’m not surprised at all here
I was surpassingly comfortable when I stayed in Weston, FL last May.
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