Arlington between Dallas and Fort Worth hosts AT&T Stadium home of the Dallas Cowboys and Globe Life Field home of the Texas Rangers creating massive event-day emergency planning requirements with stadiums capable of holding 100000 people. The October 2019 tornadoes struck the Dallas-Fort Worth region during a baseball playoff game at Globe Life Field. Arlington faces regular tornado threats in the heart of the DFW metroplex.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// 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 | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 38 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (March 2023) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (817) 459-6600 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-20 West, I-30 West, I-35W North, TX-183 |
| Elevation | 616 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.