Exeter sits approximately 8 miles from the Seabrook Nuclear Power Station, placing it well within the 10-mile Emergency Planning Zone. Residents have specific evacuation and sheltering protocols associated with this proximity. The town's low-lying areas near the Squamscott River also face periodic tidal and freshwater flooding, particularly during coastal nor'easters.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify nearest fallout shelter locations.
- Keep KI tablets if within exposure radius.
- Plan for immediate indoor sheltering.
- Monitor official emergency broadcasts.
// Recommended Supplies
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- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
- Potassium Iodide (KI) Tablets
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Nuclear Proximity / Coastal Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2017 Nor'easter |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 603-773-6100 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 NH-101 US-1 NH-107 |
| Elevation | 36 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Rockingham County NH
New Hampshire · Hurricane / Nuclear Proximity
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7/10
High Risk
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8/10
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9/10
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