Aurora west of Chicago on the Fox River faces moderate tornado risk and periodic flooding from the Fox River which has overflowed its banks multiple times. The city is one of the largest in Illinois and sits in a moderate severe weather corridor. Aurora hosts significant manufacturing and logistics infrastructure west of Chicago creating regional supply chain emergency planning considerations.
// 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 / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2017 Fox River Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (630) 256-4000 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-88 US-30 IL-31 IL-25 |
| Elevation | 656 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Kane County IL
Illinois · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Moderate Risk