Low Risk Illinois  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Greene County IL

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
13
Area
543
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Greene County IL in Illinois faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 543 square mile area. Carrollton serves this west-central Illinois county with Illinois River flooding risk. Greene 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 Mississippi River Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Illinois River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (217) 942-5443
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Greene County IL
State Illinois (IL)
Population 13
Area 543 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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