Baldwin County is Alabama's fastest-growing county and sits directly on the Gulf Coast with significant hurricane and storm surge exposure. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on Pleasure Island face extreme surge vulnerability. Sally caused catastrophic flooding across the county in 2020. The county's rapid coastal development continues to expand storm surge exposure.
// 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 VE (Critical Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 55 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Sally (2020) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (251) 937-0355 |
| Emergency Shelters | 18 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 East, AL-59 North, US-98 East, AL-180 West |
// County Profile
| County | Baldwin County AL |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Population | 246,435 |
| Area | 1590 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
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