Monroe County in southeast Michigan on Lake Erie between Detroit and Toledo hosts the Fermi Nuclear Power Plant — Fermi 2 operates while Fermi 1 is being decommissioned after a partial meltdown in 1966 — one of the earliest US nuclear accidents. The county faces moderate tornado risk and Lake Erie storm surge events. The River Raisin creates flooding risk. The River Raisin Battlefield from the War of 1812 is a National Battlefield Park.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// 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 / Lake Erie Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Industrial Hazmat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (734) 240-7530 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 US-23 MI-50 MI-125 |
// County Profile
| County | Monroe County MI |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Population | 151 |
| Area | 551 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.