New Bern North Carolina is the second oldest city in North Carolina and sits at the confluence of the Neuse and Trent rivers near the Pamlico Sound. The city experienced catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Florence in 2018 — storm surge and rainfall combined to flood hundreds of homes and businesses. New Bern sits near MCAS Cherry Point and is a hub for the surrounding military community. The extremely low elevation and river confluence location make New Bern one of the most flood-vulnerable cities on the North Carolina 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
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- Backup Generator
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding / Military |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 9 |
| Last Major Event | Florence 2018 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 252-636-4000 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-17 US-70 NC-55 NC-101 |
| Elevation | 7 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Craven County NC
North Carolina · Hurricane / Flooding
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7/10
High Risk