Cameron County at the southern tip of Texas is highly exposed to Gulf hurricanes and tropical storms. The county includes South Padre Island, a barrier island extremely vulnerable to storm surge. Its southern location means storms from the western Gulf approach with less warning time than areas farther north.
// 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 | 8 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 50 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Dolly (2008) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (956) 547-7000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 17 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-77 North, US-83 North, TX-100 West |
// County Profile
| County | Cameron County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 423,163 |
| Area | 905 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Texas 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.