Cameron County at the southern tip of Texas is highly exposed to Gulf hurricanes and tropical storms. The county includes South Padre Island, a barrier island extremely vulnerable to storm surge. Its southern location means storms from the western Gulf approach with less warning time than areas farther north.
// 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 | 50 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Dolly (2008) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (956) 547-7000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 17 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-77 North, US-83 North, TX-100 West |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Cameron County TX's primary hazard profile (Hurricane / Storm Surge), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Cameron County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 423163 |
| Area | 905 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
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