Wharton County in the coastal plains southwest of Houston was severely flooded during Hurricane Harvey, with the Colorado River cresting at record levels and inundating farms and communities for weeks. The county's flat terrain and proximity to the Gulf Coast makes it highly vulnerable to major hurricane rainfall events.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 38 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Harvey (2017) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (979) 532-2631 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-59 South, TX-60 North, FM-102 |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Wharton County TX's primary hazard profile (Hurricane / Flooding), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Wharton County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 41258 |
| Area | 1086 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
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