Pima County and Tucson sit in the Sonoran Desert facing extreme summer heat and violent monsoon flash flooding. The Santa Cruz River and numerous washes can transform from dry sand to raging torrents within minutes during monsoon storms. Wildfire risk in the Santa Catalina and Rincon Mountains threatens suburban communities at the urban-wildland interface.
// 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 | Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 30 |
| Last Major Event | Flash Flood (August 2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–6 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (520) 547-6800 |
| Emergency Shelters | 24 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 East, I-19 South, AZ-77 North, AZ-86 West |
// County Profile
| County | Pima County AZ |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| Population | 1,043,433 |
| Area | 9189 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Arizona 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.