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.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// 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 |
// County Profile
| County | Brunswick County NC |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Population | 152,318 |
| Area | 860 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
// Other North Carolina Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.