Surprise residents are asked to share what natural hazards are most concerning to them, including their experiences and priorities through the Maricopa County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Survey, open through Nov. 30.

The survey is an opportunity to share perspectives on natural hazard risks and beliefs on what should be prioritized to help reduce those risks.
The MJHMP identifies natural hazards that could impact communities throughout Maricopa County and outlines strategies to reduce their effects.

The plan considers hazards including extreme heat, flooding and flash flooding, severe wind, drought, wildfire, earth fissures, subsidence, levee failure and dam inundation. Local knowledge is an important part of the planning process.

Maps and data can tell part of the story, but residents can provide insight into what happens on the ground, from roads or washes that regularly flood during heavy rain, to areas affected by high winds, extreme heat or other hazards.

Survey responses will help identify community concerns and priorities and plan for strategies to reduce future risks to people, property, infrastructure and critical services.

An approved Hazard Mitigation Plan also helps participating jurisdictions, including the city of Surprise, remain eligible for certain federal funding for future risk-reduction projects.

Take the survey at maricopa.gov/1760/Hazard-Mitigation.