Brunswick County on North Carolina's southern coast is directly exposed to Atlantic hurricanes and storm surge. Florence caused extensive flooding across the county in 2018. The county's Oak Island and Holden Beach barrier communities face extreme surge exposure during direct hurricane landfalls. Brunswick has experienced significant beach erosion and property loss from repeated storm events.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 58 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Florence (2018) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (910) 253-2380 |
| Emergency Shelters | 14 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-17 North, I-74 West, US-74 West, NC-211 North |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Brunswick County NC's primary hazard profile (Hurricane / Storm Surge), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Brunswick County NC |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Population | 152318 |
| Area | 860 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |