Edgemoor in New Castle County sits directly on the Delaware River and faces serious hurricane storm surge and chemical industrial hazmat risk from adjacent DuPont and other facilities. Sea level rise and storm surge directly threaten this low-lying riverside community.
// 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 / Delaware River / Chemical Industry |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 32 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Sandy (2012) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (302) 395-8000 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 North, I-95 South, I-295 South, US-13 South |
| Elevation | 10 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
New Castle County DE
Delaware · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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6/10
Moderate Risk
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