Bradford County PA in Pennsylvania faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 1,147 square mile area. Towanda on the Susquehanna River serves this large northeast Pennsylvania county. Bradford 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 | Flash Flooding / Winter Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (570) 265-1727 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Bradford County PA |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Population | 62 |
| Area | 1,147 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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7/10
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Hurricane / Flooding
6/10
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Flash Flooding / Tornado
6/10
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Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
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Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
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