Union County FL in Florida faces hurricane / tornado risk across its 240 square mile area. Lake Butler serves this small north Florida county between Jacksonville and Gainesville. Union 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 | Irma 2017 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (386) 496-3711 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Union County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 15 |
| Area | 240 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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