Wayne County NY in New York faces winter storm / flash flooding risk across its 604 square mile area. Lyons near Lake Ontario serves this western New York county with FitzPatrick nuclear zone. 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Winter Storm / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Lake Erie Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Lake Ontario Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (315) 946-5400 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Wayne County NY |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Population | 93 |
| Area | 604 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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