Grimes County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 794 square mile area. Anderson serves this east-central Texas county between Houston and College Station. Grimes 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 | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Harvey 2017 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (936) 873-4423 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Grimes County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 28 |
| Area | 794 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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