// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | ☣ Chemical / Industrial Facility |
| Operator / Branch | Venture Global LNG |
| Host County | Plaquemines Parish LA |
| Nearest City | Washington DC |
| Primary Risk Radius | 5 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 20 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Plaquemines LNG Terminal under development in Plaquemines Parish Louisiana is one of the largest new LNG export projects in the US designed to export up to 20 million tons per annum. The facility sits in Plaquemines Parish below sea level in one of the most hurricane-vulnerable areas in the US. When completed Plaquemines will significantly increase US LNG export capacity to Europe and Asia. Iranian strategic interest in disrupting US LNG export capacity makes this a priority target as it would reduce European energy independence from Russia.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Plaquemines Parish with 23,000 residents. Plaquemines is below sea level in the most hurricane-vulnerable Louisiana parish. Iranian strategic interest in disrupting US LNG exports to Europe makes this a priority target. A major LNG explosion below sea level in a hurricane-prone area creates compound catastrophic risk.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
LA Route 23, Belle Chasse Highway. Plaquemines Parish Emergency Management coordinates LNG fire explosion terrorism and hurricane protocols.