RESILIENCY - Hazards & Risk Assessment
Community resiliency in Wimberley refers to the ability of the community to anticipate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from significant adverse events, particularly natural hazards. This concept encompasses not only the physical and infrastructural aspects but also the social and economic systems that support the community's ability to bounce back and even thrive after disruptive incidents. 

Wimberley's resilience to primary hazards such as flooding, wildfires, and drought is bolstered through strategies like improved flood warning systems, defensible space for fire safety, and water conservation measures, addressing the risks posed by its geography and climate. Major concerns addressed are flooding, wildfires and drought.

The mitigation strategy outlined for Wimberley involves a combination of structural and non-structural measures aimed at reducing risks and enhancing community resilience. 

Enhance flood resilience and safety within the community through targeted infrastructure improvements, regulatory enhancements, and public awareness initiatives. 

Increase community resilience to wildfires through strategic planning, public awareness, and targeted mitigation efforts.

Enhance community resilience and safety against windstorms, including severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, through improved infrastructure, early warning systems, education, and robust emergency response plans. 

Enhance community resilience to drought and land subsidence by implementing drought monitoring, recommending soil compaction practices, strengthening water conservation ordinances, and launching a public awareness campaign on water conservation. 

Strengthen community resilience to severe weather by creating a de-icing plan, improving emergency communication, achieving Storm Ready designation, and increasing public awareness. 

Determining Risk in Community Planning 
The FEMA National Risk Index defines risk as the potential for adverse impacts from natural hazards, quantifying it through three main components:   Expected Annual Loss (EAL), Social Vulnerability, and Community Resilience.  

The growth management strategies outlined in this section are designed to balance essential development with the commitment to maintaining Wimberley's distinct identity and environmental integrity. As our community continues to experience interest from new residents and businesses, these goals and objectives will guide decision-making to ensure growth occurs thoughtfully and sustainably.