Moderate Risk Texas  ·  Flash Flooding / Wildfire

Uvalde County TX

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
27
Area
1,556
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Uvalde County TX in Texas faces flash flooding / wildfire risk across its 1,556 square mile area. Uvalde was site of the May 2022 mass shooting that killed 21 people and has Nueces River flooding. Uvalde 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Flash Flooding / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2022 Robb Elementary Shooting
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (830) 278-3481
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Uvalde County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 27
Area 1,556 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Uvalde TX

// Cities in This County

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