Harrison County WV in West Virginia faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 416 square mile area. Clarksburg serves this north-central WV county as a regional hub. Harrison 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 | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Winter Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Mining Hazard |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2016 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (304) 624-8610 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Harrison County WV |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Population | 67 |
| Area | 416 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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