Effingham County GA in Georgia faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 480 square mile area. Springfield north of Savannah has been one of fastest growing Georgia counties. Effingham serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.
// 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 | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Dorian 2019 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (912) 754-2109 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Effingham County GA |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Population | 65 |
| Area | 480 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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8/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
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6/10
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