Experts encourage flood insurance for all homeowners ahead of rainy weather

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – Central Alabama has had a lot of rain recently, and with more rain in the forecast later this week, experts are reminding you to prepare for potential flooding by making sure you’re up to date on your flood coverage. “Flood damage is a mess,” State Farm Insurance Agent Michael O’Neal said. “If you buy a property that is in a flood zone, the mortgage company is going to require you to have flood insurance. But, if you already own your house and you just want to go out and buy flood insurance, there is that waiting…