Low Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Echols County GA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
3
Area
404
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Echols County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 404 square mile area. Statenville serves this least populous and most rural Georgia county near Florida border. Echols 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 (229) 559-5562
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Echols County GA
State Georgia (GA)
Population 3
Area 404 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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