Low Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Ward County TX

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
12
Area
836
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Ward County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 836 square mile area. Monahans serves this Permian Basin county with Monahans Sandhills State Park. Ward 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 2018 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (432) 943-2551
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Ward County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 12
Area 836 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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