Kent County in central Rhode Island anchored by Warwick faces hurricane and nor'easter risk. The Pawtuxent and Pawcatuck Rivers create flooding risk. The 2010 floods caused catastrophic damage across Rhode Island including Kent County with the Pawtuxent River reaching record levels. T.F. Green Airport in Warwick serves as Rhode Island's main commercial airport creating aviation 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Nor'easter |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2010 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (401) 822-9200 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 RI-2 RI-4 US-1 |
// County Profile
| County | Kent County RI |
| State | Rhode Island (RI) |
| Population | 167 |
| Area | 170 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | High |