High Risk Arizona  ·  Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding

Chandler AZ

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  ARIZONA

7 / 10
Threat Score
Population
261,165
Elevation
1184
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
38
federally declared

Chandler in the southeastern Phoenix metro is home to Intel semiconductor manufacturing facilities and numerous technology companies making it critical national technology infrastructure. The city faces extreme summer heat and monsoon flash flooding. Intel's massive chip fabrication plants require continuous power and cooling making extended power outages during extreme heat events an industrial and national security concern.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score7 / 10   High
Primary HazardExtreme Heat / Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood ZoneZone X (Heat Risk)
County FEMA Declarations38
Last Major EventFlash Flood (July 2021)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (480) 782-2000
Evacuation RoutesI-10 East, I-17 North, I-10 West, US-60 East
Elevation1184 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Maricopa County AZ
Arizona · Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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7/10
High Risk

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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.

Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station AZ
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Tonopah  ·  Arizona Public Service  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.