Low Risk North Carolina  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Chatham County NC

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
73
Area
707
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Chatham County NC in North Carolina faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 707 square mile area. Pittsboro serves this fast-growing Chapel Hill-Durham suburb county. Chatham serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2020 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (919) 542-8200
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Chatham County NC
State North Carolina (NC)
Population 73
Area 707 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Other North Carolina Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Harris Nuclear Plant NC
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  New Hill, NC  ·  Duke Energy  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.