Parker County west of Fort Worth in the DFW western suburbs faces moderate tornado risk and flash flooding combined with wildfire risk from Texas Cross Timbers vegetation. The Brazos River creates flooding risk through the county. Weatherford serves as the county seat. The county has grown rapidly as Fort Worth's western suburbs expand. The combination of suburban growth and wildland-urban interface creates complex 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (817) 594-8845 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-20 US-180 TX-171 TX-199 |
// County Profile
| County | Parker County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 145 |
| Area | 904 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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