Bertie County NC in North Carolina faces hurricane / flash flooding risk across its 699 square mile area. Windsor on the Roanoke River faces serious hurricane flooding in this northeast county. Bertie 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 | Hurricane / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Matthew 2016 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (252) 794-5300 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Bertie County NC |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Population | 19 |
| Area | 699 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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