Cherokee County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 588 square mile area. Columbus serves this extreme southeast Kansas corner county near Joplin Missouri. Cherokee serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Blizzard |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (620) 429-3800 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Cherokee County KS |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| Population | 20 |
| Area | 588 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Kansas Counties
Ellsworth County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Miami County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Trego County KS
Tornado / Dust Storm
7/10
Moderate
Atchison County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Hamilton County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Ottawa County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate