Jacksonville is Florida's largest city by area and faces hurricane and flooding risk from both the Atlantic coast and the St. Johns River which runs through the heart of the city. The river flows northward and storm surge can push miles inland during major hurricanes — flooding neighborhoods far from the beach. Matthew in 2016 produced record St. Johns River flooding that surprised many Jacksonville residents with homes miles from the coast.
// 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 / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 45 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Matthew (2016) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (904) 630-2472 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 North, I-10 West, US-1 North, SR-9A South |
| Elevation | 16 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.