Edinburg in the Rio Grande Valley faces extreme heat regularly exceeding 110°F and serious flash flooding from tropical systems. The area hosts UTRGV campus.
// 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
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- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low |
| Primary Hazard | Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 48 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Dolly (2008) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (956) 388-8200 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-83 West, US-281 North, TX-107 |
| Elevation | 91 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Hidalgo County TX
Texas · Hurricane / Flooding
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8/10
High Risk