// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | 🏟 Stadium / Mass Gathering Venue |
| Operator / Branch | Chicago Bulls Chicago Blackhawks / NBA NHL |
| Host County | Cook County IL |
| Nearest City | Pepperell MA |
| Primary Risk Radius | 2 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 10 miles |
// Strategic Significance
United Center is an 20,917-capacity indoor arena home to the Bulls and Blackhawks in the Near West Side of Chicago. It is the largest arena in the NBA and NHL by capacity. Tornado risk in the Chicago metro and extreme winter weather affect fan access.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Chicago metro with 9 million residents. United Center is the largest arena in professional basketball and hockey. Tornado risk and Lake Michigan severe weather affect the Near West Side location. The arena draws 41 events per year creating high cumulative mass gathering risk.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
I-290, I-90, West Madison Street. Cook County Emergency Management coordinates tornado and mass gathering protocols.