Moderate Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Roswell GA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  GEORGIA

5 / 10
Threat Score
Population
92,833
Elevation
1066
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
35
federally declared

Roswell north of Atlanta faces moderate tornado and flash flooding risk from Big Creek and other Chattahoochee River tributaries. The city was significantly impacted by the March 2023 tornado outbreak that struck the Atlanta metro area. Roswell is one of the fastest-growing communities in metro Atlanta with historic downtown buildings particularly vulnerable to direct tornado strikes.

// 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 Score5 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardTornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood ZoneZone X (Moderate Risk)
County FEMA Declarations35
Last Major EventTornado Outbreak (March 2023)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (770) 641-3727
Evacuation RoutesI-75 North, I-85 North, I-20 East, I-20 West
Elevation1066 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Fulton County GA
Georgia · Tornado / Severe Storm
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6/10
Moderate Risk

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