Tempe adjacent to Phoenix faces extreme summer heat regularly exceeding 115°F and dangerous monsoon flash flooding. The Salt River runs through the city and has flooded in the past though Tempe Town Lake now manages much of the flow. Arizona State University creates one of the largest university emergency planning challenges in the nation with over 80000 students on campus. Tempe sits in the most heat-vulnerable major metro area in the United States.
// 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 High |
| Primary Hazard | Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Heat Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 38 |
| Last Major Event | Flash Flood (July 2021) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (480) 350-8311 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 East, I-17 North, I-10 West, US-60 East |
| Elevation | 1158 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
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// 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.