High Risk Mississippi  ·  Hurricane / Storm Surge / Industrial Infrastructure

Pascagoula MS

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  MISSISSIPPI

8 / 10
Threat Score
Population
22,392
Elevation
10
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Storm Surge / Industrial Infrastructure
County FEMA Disasters
62
federally declared

Pascagoula faces direct hurricane and storm surge threats with shipbuilding and industrial infrastructure exposure on the Gulf Coast.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score8 / 10   High
Primary HazardHurricane / Storm Surge / Industrial Infrastructure
FEMA Flood ZoneZone VE (Critical Risk)
County FEMA Declarations62
Last Major EventHurricane Katrina (2005)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone 228-762-1020
Evacuation RoutesI-10 West, I-10 East, US-90 West, MS-613 North
Elevation10 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Jackson County MS
Mississippi · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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8/10
High Risk

// Other Cities in Jackson County MS

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Huntington Ingalls Ingalls Shipbuilding Pascagoula MS
Military Installation  ·  Pascagoula, MS  ·  Huntington Ingalls Industries  ·  5-mi risk zone
8/10 High
Pascagoula MS Refinery
Chemical Facility  ·  Pascagoula, MS  ·  Chevron  ·  10-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.