Gwinnett County northeast of Atlanta is one of Georgia's most populous counties and sits in a tornado-prone corridor. The April 2020 tornado caused significant damage across suburban communities. The county's rapid development has increased impervious surface and worsened flash flooding in its creek systems during severe thunderstorm events.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Low-Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (April 2020) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 6–8 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (770) 822-8000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 32 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-85 Northeast, I-985 North, GA-316 East |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Gwinnett County GA's primary hazard profile (Tornado / Severe Storm), the following gear is recommended for a Moderate risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Gwinnett County GA |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Population | 957062 |
| Area | 437 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Low-Moderate Risk) |
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Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate
Richmond County GA
Tornado / Severe Storm
5/10
Moderate
DeKalb County GA
Tornado / Severe Storm
5/10
Moderate
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
High
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Tornado / Severe Storm
5/10
Moderate
Glynn County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
High