Low Risk Connecticut  ·  Hurricane / Noreaster / Housatonic River Flooding

Shelton CT

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  CONNECTICUT

4 / 10
Threat Score
Population
41,554
Elevation
200
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Noreaster / Housatonic River Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
34
federally declared

Shelton on the Housatonic River in Fairfield County faces hurricane remnants noreaster storms and Housatonic River flooding. The Derby-Shelton area has experienced serious river flooding during major storm events.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score4 / 10   Low
Primary HazardHurricane / Noreaster / Housatonic River Flooding
FEMA Flood ZoneZone AE (High Risk)
County FEMA Declarations34
Last Major EventHurricane Sandy (2012)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (203) 924-1555
Evacuation RoutesI-95 North, I-95 South, I-84 East, US-7 North
Elevation200 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Fairfield County CT
Connecticut · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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6/10
Moderate Risk

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