Parkersburg on the Ohio River gained national attention from the DuPont PFAS chemical contamination scandal that exposed thousands of residents to toxic perfluorooctanoic acid from a nearby plant for decades. The Ohio River creates flooding risk. The city's chemical industry along the river creates ongoing industrial hazmat emergency planning considerations. The contamination case became one of the most significant environmental legal cases in American history.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Chemical Hazmat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2016 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (304) 424-8400 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-77 US-50 WV-2 WV-14 |
| Elevation | 615 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.