Imperial County CA in California faces extreme heat / flash flooding risk across its 4,175 square mile area. El Centro faces extreme heat regularly exceeding 115°F in the Imperial Valley below sea level. Imperial 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 | Drought |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Extreme Heat |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (760) 482-4289 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Imperial County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 179 |
| Area | 4,175 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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