University Place Washington is a suburban community in Pierce County adjacent to Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Tacoma. The community is a major residential area for JBLM military families. The Chambers Creek watershed creates localized flooding risk. Pierce County earthquake risk from multiple fault systems is significant, and the community's proximity to the Puget Sound creates potential tsunami 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
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- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Military Community / Earthquake / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 45 |
| Last Major Event | Nisqually Earthquake (2001) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 253-566-5656 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 North, I-5 South, SR-512 East, SR-7 South |
| Elevation | 300 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Pierce County WA
Washington · Earthquake / Volcanic Lahar
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8/10
High Risk
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