Low Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Loving County TX

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
64
Area
671
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Loving County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 671 square mile area. Mentone serves the least populous county in the United States in the Permian Basin. Loving serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Industrial Hazmat
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2015 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (432) 377-2411
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Loving County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 64
Area 671 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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