Hunt County east of Dallas anchored by Greenville faces moderate tornado risk on the East Texas plains. The Sabine River headwaters and South Sulphur River create flooding risk. The county sits in the Dallas exurban ring with significant industrial development along I-30. Greenville serves as a regional hub for northeast Texas communities. The county has experienced tornado events during active severe weather seasons.
// 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 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (903) 408-4000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-30 US-69 TX-24 TX-66 |
// County Profile
| County | Hunt County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 98 |
| Area | 841 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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