Pueblo in southern Colorado sits at the foot of the Rockies on the Arkansas River and faces moderate tornado risk from its position at the edge of the Great Plains. The city has historically been one of the most tornado-prone cities in Colorado. The Arkansas River creates flooding risk and Pueblo Reservoir to the west creates dam failure emergency planning considerations. Pueblo Steel and industrial infrastructure along the river add hazmat emergency considerations.
// 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 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2011 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (719) 553-2525 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-25 US-50 CO-47 CO-96 |
| Elevation | 4695 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Other Cities in Pueblo County CO
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.