El Lago Texas is a small community adjacent to NASA Johnson Space Center and Clear Lake. Many Apollo-era astronauts lived in El Lago during the space race. The community experienced significant flooding during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The NASA JSC corridor creates a concentration of aerospace engineering expertise and classified space program employment in the surrounding communities.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | NASA / Flooding / Hurricane |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 63 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Harvey (2017) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 281-326-1951 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 West, I-45 North, US-59 North, TX-288 South |
| Elevation | 30 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Harris County TX
Texas · Hurricane / Flooding
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9/10
Critical Risk
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