Bristol on Narragansett Bay and Mount Hope Bay faces serious hurricane storm surge risk. The 1938 New England Hurricane and 1954 Hurricane Carol caused catastrophic flooding in Bristol. Bristol County is one of the most hurricane-vulnerable counties in New England.
// 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 | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge / Noreaster / Mt. Hope Bay |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Sandy 2012 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (401) 253-7000 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 20 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Bristol County RI
Rhode Island · Hurricane / Nor'easter
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6/10
Moderate Risk