Bucks County northeast of Philadelphia along the Delaware River faces moderate tornado risk and serious Delaware River flooding. The county experienced catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Ida in 2021 with multiple fatalities. Historic communities along the Delaware including New Hope and Lambertville have been repeatedly flooded. The county hosts significant manufacturing and residential growth as part of the Philadelphia suburban ring.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Delaware River Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Ida Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (215) 348-6000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 16 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 PA-1 US-1 PA-413 |
// County Profile
| County | Bucks County PA |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| Population | 646 |
| Area | 622 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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