Janesville on the Rock River in southern Wisconsin faces moderate tornado and flooding risk. The Rock River has flooded Janesville multiple times. General Motors operated a major assembly plant in Janesville until 2009 creating legacy industrial site considerations. The city serves as a regional hub for southern Wisconsin emergency coordination and Rock County Emergency Management.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (608) 755-3000 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-90 I-43 US-14 WI-26 |
| Elevation | 850 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Rock County WI
Wisconsin · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Moderate Risk