Orange County in the Hudson Valley anchored by Newburgh faces moderate tornado risk and serious flooding from the Wallkill and Shawangunk Kill Rivers. Ida in 2021 caused catastrophic flooding with over 100 people rescued from floodwaters in Middletown alone. The county is the southernmost point of the Hudson Valley and serves as a bedroom community for New York City. Stewart International Airport creates aviation emergency planning requirements.
// 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 | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Ida 2021 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (845) 291-2606 |
| Emergency Shelters | 12 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-84 NY-17 US-9W NY-32 |
// County Profile
| County | Orange County NY |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Population | 396 |
| Area | 839 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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