Pueblo County on the Arkansas River in southern Colorado faces moderate tornado risk on the eastern plains and serious flash flooding from the Arkansas River. A significant tornado struck Pueblo in June 2011. The county hosts Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant which is destroying Cold War era chemical weapons stockpiles — one of only two such facilities in the United States — creating unique chemical weapons 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 | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2011 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (719) 583-6125 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-25 US-50 CO-47 CO-96 |
// County Profile
| County | Pueblo County CO |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Population | 168 |
| Area | 2,390 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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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.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.