St. Marys is the gateway city to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay — the East Coast homeport of the Navy's Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines, which carry Trident II D5 missiles with multiple independently targeted nuclear warheads. Kings Bay submarines constitute a core pillar of the US nuclear triad. As Iran and other adversaries continue developing ballistic missile capabilities, the strategic significance of Kings Bay — and the vulnerability of the surrounding community — grows. Hurricane risk from the Atlantic and St. Marys River flooding are primary natural hazards.
// 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
- Potassium Iodide (KI) Tablets
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Nuclear Submarine Base / Hurricane |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Dorian 2019 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 912-510-4000 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 10 ft above sea level |