Moderate Risk North Carolina  ·  Hurricane / Flash Flooding

Wayne County NC

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
123
Area
553
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Wayne County NC in North Carolina faces hurricane / flash flooding risk across its 553 square mile area. Goldsboro hosts Seymour Johnson AFB and faces Neuse River flooding from hurricanes. Wayne serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event Matthew 2016
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (919) 731-1415
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Wayne County NC
State North Carolina (NC)
Population 123
Area 553 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Goldsboro NC

// Cities in This County

// Other North Carolina Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Seymour Johnson Air Force Base NC
Military Installation  ·  Goldsboro, NC  ·  US Air Force  ·  25-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.