New Castle County and Wilmington in northern Delaware face moderate hurricane and flooding risk. Sandy caused significant surge flooding along Delaware's coast and the Delaware River in 2012. The Christina and Brandywine Rivers create flooding risk through Wilmington. Delaware's low elevation and proximity to the Atlantic makes it vulnerable to major hurricane storm surge events. Port of Wilmington infrastructure adds strategic importance.
// 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 | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 32 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Sandy (2012) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 5–6 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (302) 395-2900 |
| Emergency Shelters | 18 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 North, I-95 South, I-295 South, US-13 South |
// County Profile
| County | New Castle County DE |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| Population | 570,719 |
| Area | 494 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Delaware Counties
// 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.