Pearland south of Houston in Brazoria County experienced catastrophic flooding during Harvey in 2017. The city sits in low-lying terrain between Clear Creek and Chocolate Bayou subject to overflow during major rainfall events. Pearland has been one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas and the US over the past two decades with massive residential development in flood-prone areas. The rapid growth continues to add homes in areas that flooded severely during Harvey.
// 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.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 50 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Harvey (2017) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (281) 652-1600 |
| Evacuation Routes | TX-288 North, I-45 North, TX-35 North |
| Elevation | 34 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Brazoria County TX
Texas · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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8/10
High Risk