Jacksonville hosts Camp Lejeune the Marine Corps' largest base. The city faces direct Atlantic hurricane risk. Florence 2018 caused catastrophic flooding along the New River.
// 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
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 11 |
| Last Major Event | Florence 2018 Catastrophic |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (910) 938-5200 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-17 NC-24 US-258 NC-210 |
| Elevation | 23 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Onslow County NC
North Carolina · Hurricane / Flooding
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8/10
High Risk