Gaithersburg faces flood, severe storm, and utility disruption risk in a dense Montgomery County corridor.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Flooding / Severe Storm / Infrastructure Disruption |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ida (2021) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 301-258-6300 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-495, I-270 North, US-29 South, MD-355 North |
| Elevation | 500 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Montgomery County MD
Maryland · Hurricane / Flooding
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5/10
Moderate Risk