Broome County anchored by Binghamton has been catastrophically flooded multiple times. The September 2011 flooding from Tropical Storm Lee caused unprecedented Susquehanna River flooding with the river cresting 20 feet above flood stage inundating Binghamton and surrounding communities in the worst flooding in the region's recorded history. Ida in 2021 caused additional serious flooding. The county faces moderate tornado risk and serious winter storm vulnerability.
// 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 | Flash Flooding / Tornado |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (607) 778-2165 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-88 I-81 NY-17 US-11 |
// County Profile
| County | Broome County NY |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Population | 196 |
| Area | 714 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | High |
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