Newton County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 934 square mile area. Newton in deep East Texas near the Sabine River was severely impacted by Harvey. Newton serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.
// 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 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Harvey 2017 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (409) 379-8271 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Newton County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 13 |
| Area | 934 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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