Fort Bend County southwest of Houston was catastrophically flooded during Hurricane Harvey, with thousands of homes inundated. The Brazos River runs through the county and has repeatedly flooded surrounding communities. Rapid suburban growth continues to expand flood exposure across this high-risk county.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 44 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Harvey (2017) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (281) 342-6185 |
| Emergency Shelters | 26 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-59 Southwest, TX-90 West, TX-99 North |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Fort Bend County TX's primary hazard profile (Hurricane / Flooding), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Fort Bend County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 822779 |
| Area | 875 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
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8/10
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Tornado / Severe Storm
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Tornado / Severe Storm
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