Durham in the Research Triangle faces moderate tornado and hurricane remnant flooding risk. Duke University and Research Triangle Park create major institutional and corporate emergency planning requirements for the region. Florence in 2018 produced significant rainfall across the Triangle area. Durham sits in the Piedmont region and receives degraded but sometimes damaging Atlantic hurricane systems that track northward from the Carolina 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.
- 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 / Hurricane Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 4 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (919) 560-4600 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-85 US-15 US-501 NC-147 |
| Elevation | 404 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// 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.