Low Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Brantley County GA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
20
Area
444
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Brantley County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 444 square mile area. Nahunta near Okefenokee Swamp faces hurricane flooding with Satilla River risk. Brantley 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 Matthew 2016
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (912) 462-5256
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Brantley County GA
State Georgia (GA)
Population 20
Area 444 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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