Akron in northeastern Ohio faces moderate tornado risk and flash flooding from the Cuyahoga River which famously caught fire in 1969 due to industrial pollution. The city sits in a moderate severe weather corridor and has been struck by tornadoes. Akron hosts major polymer and rubber industry facilities creating industrial chemical emergency planning considerations. The Cuyahoga River corridor creates flooding risk through the urban core.
// 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 |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (330) 375-2345 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-77 I-76 OH-8 US-224 |
| Elevation | 1004 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Other Cities in Summit County OH
// 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.