Lawrenceville the seat of Gwinnett County northeast of Atlanta faces moderate tornado and flash flooding risk. Gwinnett County is one of the most ethnically diverse counties in the Southeast creating multilingual emergency communication requirements. The March 2023 tornado outbreak struck Gwinnett County communities. The Yellow River and its tributaries create flooding risk across the county seat area.
// 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
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- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Low-Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (April 2020) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (770) 963-2414 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-85 Northeast, I-985 North, GA-316 East |
| Elevation | 984 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Gwinnett County GA
Georgia · Tornado / Severe Storm
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5/10
Moderate Risk