Rockford in northern Illinois sits in a moderate tornado corridor and faces flooding from the Rock River which runs through the heart of the city. The Rock River has flooded Rockford multiple times. The city serves as a regional manufacturing hub with significant aerospace and defense industry presence including Collins Aerospace creating industrial emergency planning considerations.
// 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
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- 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 | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (779) 348-7172 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-90 US-20 IL-2 IL-173 |
| Elevation | 715 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.