Vienna is a Wood County city on the Ohio River directly adjacent to Parkersburg, sharing exposure to the DuPont PFAS contamination legacy and ongoing Ohio River flood risk. The city sits in the same industrial corridor as the Washington Works chemical plant. Ohio River flooding threatens low-lying residential and commercial areas during high-water events.
// 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
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Chemical / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2016 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 304-295-4541 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-77 US-50 WV-2 WV-14 |
| Elevation | 617 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Wood County WV
West Virginia · Flash Flooding / Chemical Hazmat
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6/10
Moderate Risk