Nassau County FL in Florida faces hurricane / tornado risk across its 652 square mile area. Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island serves this northeast Florida Atlantic coast county. Nassau 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Tornado |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Matthew 2016 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (904) 530-6010 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Nassau County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 86 |
| Area | 652 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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