High Risk Texas  ·  Hurricane / Storm Surge

Willacy County TX

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

8/ 10
Threat Score
Population
21
Area
596
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Storm Surge
FEMA Disasters
9
federally declared

Willacy County TX in Texas faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 596 square mile area. Raymondville serves this Rio Grande Valley coastal county with serious Gulf flooding risk. Willacy serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 8 / 10    High Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Storm Surge
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 9
Last Major Event 2019 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (956) 689-2710
Emergency Shelters 4 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Willacy County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 21
Area 596 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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