Guadalupe County between San Antonio and Austin along the Guadalupe River corridor has been one of the fastest growing counties in Texas. The Guadalupe River has repeatedly flooded communities including catastrophic Memorial Day 2015 flooding. Flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country is notoriously sudden and violent. The county sits in the San Antonio northern suburban ring and faces moderate tornado risk.
// 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 | Guadalupe River Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2015 Memorial Day Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (830) 303-8859 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 I-35 TX-123 TX-46 |
// County Profile
| County | Guadalupe County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 170 |
| Area | 714 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Texas Counties
// 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.