Bergen County directly across the Hudson River from New York City is the most populous county in New Jersey. The Hackensack and Passaic Rivers create serious flooding risk — Ida in 2021 caused catastrophic flooding killing multiple residents with cars submerged on highways. The county falls within the 50-mile ingestion zone of Indian Point Nuclear. Major corporate headquarters including Becton Dickinson and numerous Fortune 500 companies are located in Bergen County.
// 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
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (201) 336-6500 |
| Emergency Shelters | 20 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-80 I-95 NJ-17 US-9W |
// County Profile
| County | Bergen County NJ |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Population | 955 |
| Area | 234 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | High |
// Major Cities
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.