Travis County and Austin face a dual threat: catastrophic flash flooding from the Balcones Escarpment and expanding wildfire risk at the urban-wildland interface. The 2021 Halloween floods and the ongoing drought conditions driving wildfire risk make Travis County one of Central Texas's most hazard-prone counties.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 40 |
| Last Major Event | Halloween Floods (2021) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–4 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (512) 974-0450 |
| Emergency Shelters | 31 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-35 North, TX-71 West, US-183 North, TX-130 |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Travis County TX's primary hazard profile (Flash Flooding), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Travis County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 1290188 |
| Area | 1023 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
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Hurricane / Flooding
9/10
Critical
El Paso County TX
Flash Flooding
5/10
Moderate
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
High
Smith County TX
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate
Hidalgo County TX
Hurricane / Flooding
8/10
High
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Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate