// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | 📡 Telecom / Internet Infrastructure |
| Operator / Branch | CyrusOne / Iron Mountain / Various |
| Host County | Maricopa County AZ |
| Nearest City | Nationwide, US |
| Primary Risk Radius | 2 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 20 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Phoenix Arizona has become a major data center hub due to low land costs and favorable tax policies but faces serious long-term sustainability challenges from extreme heat and water scarcity. Data centers require massive amounts of water for cooling and Phoenix is in a drought-stressed region. Extreme summer heat above 115F creates cooling challenges and power grid strain. The Arizona power grid experienced near-failures during extreme heat events demonstrating serious vulnerability.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Phoenix metro with 5 million residents. Phoenix data centers face serious sustainability challenges from extreme heat and water scarcity. The Arizona power grid has experienced near-failures during extreme heat. Water-cooled data centers in a desert region create long-term sustainability concerns.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
I-10, I-17, Loop 202. Maricopa County Emergency Management coordinates extreme heat and critical infrastructure protocols.