Low Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Bacon County GA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
11
Area
285
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Bacon County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 285 square mile area. Alma the Blueberry Capital of Georgia serves this pine timber county. Bacon 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 Hurricane Remnants
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event Irma 2017
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (912) 632-5341
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Bacon County GA
State Georgia (GA)
Population 11
Area 285 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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