The Savannah River Site community in South Carolina represents the residential and support areas adjacent to one of the most significant nuclear weapons production and waste storage sites in the US. The site covers 310 square miles, houses 51 million gallons of high-level radioactive liquid waste, and continues active nuclear material processing. Emergency planning for Aiken County and surrounding communities is extensive and regularly exercised through coordination between the DOE, state, and local agencies.
// 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
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
- Potassium Iodide (KI) Tablets
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Nuclear / Radiological / Chemical |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 803-725-6811 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 340 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Aiken County SC
South Carolina · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk