High Risk Arizona  ·  Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding

Gilbert AZ

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  ARIZONA

7 / 10
Threat Score
Population
267,918
Elevation
1178
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
38
federally declared

Gilbert in the southeast Phoenix metro has transformed from a small farming town to one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in the United States over 30 years. The city faces extreme summer heat and monsoon flash flooding. The San Tan Mountains to the south create flash flood corridors. Gilbert hosts major healthcare and technology industry presence creating critical infrastructure emergency planning requirements.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score7 / 10   High
Primary HazardExtreme Heat / Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood ZoneZone X (Heat Risk)
County FEMA Declarations38
Last Major EventFlash Flood (July 2021)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (480) 503-6011
Evacuation RoutesI-10 East, I-17 North, I-10 West, US-60 East
Elevation1178 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Maricopa County AZ
Arizona · Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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7/10
High Risk

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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.

Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station AZ
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Tonopah  ·  Arizona Public Service  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.