Calexico California sits directly on the US-Mexico border across from Mexicali, Baja California — a major industrial and population center. The city is in the Imperial Valley, one of the hottest regions in the US where summer temperatures regularly exceed 120°F. Imperial County sits below sea level in the Salton Sea basin and experiences geothermal activity. The Mexicali border crossing is a major commercial crossing point. The Salton Sea environmental crisis creates significant air quality problems from exposed lakebed dust.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Ensure access to cooling or backup power.
- Store additional drinking water.
- Avoid outdoor activity during peak heat.
- Check on vulnerable individuals.
// Recommended Supplies
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Border Security / Extreme Heat / Geothermal |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Extreme Heat |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 760-768-2100 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Risk Profile
Imperial County CA
California · Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk