Montgomery County NC in North Carolina faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 491 square mile area. Troy serves this central county with Uwharrie Mountains and Pee Dee River flooding. Montgomery serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (910) 576-4221 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Montgomery County NC |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Population | 27 |
| Area | 491 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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9/10
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8/10
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Hurricane / Flash Flooding
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