Chemung County NY in New York faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 411 square mile area. Elmira on the Chemung River was devastated by Agnes flooding in 1972. Chemung 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Winter Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Agnes 1972 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (607) 737-2937 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Chemung County NY |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Population | 86 |
| Area | 411 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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