Potter County anchored by Amarillo in the Texas Panhandle sits near the Pantex Plant — the only US nuclear weapon assembly facility — making it one of the most strategically significant counties in the nation. The county faces serious tornado risk on the flat High Plains. Amarillo has been struck by multiple significant tornadoes. The Canadian River creates localized flooding risk. The BNSF and Union Pacific rail lines through Amarillo carry significant hazardous materials.
// 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 | Nuclear Weapons Proximity |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (806) 379-2900 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-40 US-60 TX-335 TX-287 |
// County Profile
| County | Potter County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 119 |
| Area | 909 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Texas 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.