Moderate Risk Wisconsin  ·  Tornado / Lake Michigan Storm

Racine WI

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  WISCONSIN

5 / 10
Threat Score
Population
77,816
Elevation
627
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Michigan Storm
County FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Racine on Lake Michigan south of Milwaukee faces moderate tornado risk and lake storm surge events. The Root River creates flooding risk through the city. SC Johnson world headquarters is located in Racine creating major corporate infrastructure emergency planning considerations. The Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Johnson Wax headquarters building is a significant cultural heritage site requiring specialized emergency planning.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score5 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardTornado / Lake Michigan Storm
FEMA Flood ZoneModerate
County FEMA Declarations5
Last Major Event2018 Flooding

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (262) 636-9101
Evacuation RoutesI-94 WI-20 WI-11 US-41
Elevation627 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Racine County WI
Wisconsin · Tornado / Lake Michigan Storm
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5/10
Moderate Risk