El Paso County faces moderate disaster risk driven largely by flash flooding from monsoon-season thunderstorms and extreme summer heat. While not in a hurricane corridor, the county's desert terrain channels runoff rapidly and its border location creates unique emergency management considerations.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Extreme Heat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Low Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 22 |
| Last Major Event | Flash Flood (August 2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 6–8 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (915) 832-4400 |
| Emergency Shelters | 15 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 East, I-10 West, US-54 North, TX-20 |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on El Paso County TX's primary hazard profile (Flash Flooding), the following gear is recommended for a Moderate risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | El Paso County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 865657 |
| Area | 1013 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Low Risk) |