Urbandale is a prosperous Des Moines suburb with full tornado alley exposure and consistent severe hail and thunderstorm risk during spring and summer months. The city's dense suburban residential character means a high concentration of property at risk during significant tornado events. Its position northwest of Des Moines places it in the path of storm systems that frequently track across central Iowa.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// 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 / Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 30 |
| Last Major Event | Derecho (August 2020) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 515-278-3900 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-35 North, I-80 East, I-235 West, US-65 South |
| Elevation | 951 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Polk County IA
Iowa · Tornado / Severe Storm
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6/10
Moderate Risk