Graham County AZ in Arizona faces extreme heat / flash flooding risk across its 4,641 square mile area. Safford serves this southeast Arizona county in the Gila River valley near Mount Graham. Graham 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Dust Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Flash Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (928) 428-3250 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Graham County AZ |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| Population | 38 |
| Area | 4,641 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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