// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | 🏥 Major Hospital / Trauma Center |
| Operator / Branch | Northwestern Medicine |
| Host County | Cook County IL |
| Nearest City | Washington DC |
| Primary Risk Radius | 25 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 100 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the US and is a primary Level I trauma center for the Chicago North Side. It is a world leader in neurology and cardiac care and serves as the primary trauma center for the dense north Chicago lakefront communities.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Chicago north side with 1.5 million residents in the catchment area. Tornado risk and extreme winter conditions create mass casualty scenarios. The Chicago lakefront location creates water rescue coordination requirements.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
I-90, Lake Shore Drive, Michigan Avenue. Cook County Emergency Management coordinates tornado and mass casualty protocols.