Goldsboro North Carolina is home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base — home of the 4th Fighter Wing operating F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft, one of the most capable strike aircraft in the US inventory. The base has significant nuclear history — in 1961 two nuclear bombs were accidentally dropped over Wayne County when a B-52 broke apart, with one bomb coming within a single safety switch of detonating. Wayne County sits in the path of Atlantic hurricanes and tornadoes. The combination of active fighter wing operations and the county's hurricane vulnerability creates unique 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Military / Hurricane / Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Matthew 2016 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 919-580-4300 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 109 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// 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.