Calhoun County in northeast Alabama anchored by Anniston was devastated by the April 27 2011 tornado super outbreak. The county also has a significant environmental legacy from PCB contamination by Monsanto which contaminated soil and water in Anniston for decades in one of the most significant environmental justice cases in US history. Fort McClellan formerly in the county was a chemical weapons training facility. The Coosa River creates flooding risk.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2011 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (256) 241-2900 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-20 US-431 AL-21 AL-78 |
// County Profile
| County | Calhoun County AL |
| State | Alabama (AL) |
| Population | 114 |
| Area | 612 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Alabama Counties
// 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.