Clute Texas sits adjacent to the Dow Chemical Texas Operations complex and the Freeport LNG export terminal in Brazoria County. The community is at near sea level on the Gulf Coast with significant hurricane and storm surge risk. The 2022 Freeport LNG explosion and fire disrupted global LNG markets for months. Hurricane Harvey flooding in 2017 severely affected Brazoria County communities. The combination of chemical manufacturing and LNG infrastructure creates compound hazard scenarios.
// 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.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Chemical / Hurricane / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 50 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Harvey (2017) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 979-265-5281 |
| Evacuation Routes | TX-288 North, I-45 North, TX-35 North |
| Elevation | 26 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Brazoria County TX
Texas · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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8/10
High Risk