Wood County anchored by Parkersburg on the Ohio River is the site of the DuPont PFAS chemical contamination scandal — one of the most significant environmental legal cases in US history where residents were exposed to toxic perfluorooctanoic acid from the Washington Works plant for decades leading to a landmark settlement. The Ohio River creates flooding risk. The chemical industry along the river creates ongoing industrial hazmat emergency planning considerations.
// 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 | Flash Flooding / Chemical Hazmat |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2016 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (304) 424-1900 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-77 US-50 WV-2 WV-14 |
// County Profile
| County | Wood County WV |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Population | 86 |
| Area | 367 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | High |
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// 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.