Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Bradley County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
106
Area
329
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Bradley County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 329 square mile area. Cleveland serves this southeast Tennessee county with Ocoee River whitewater tourism. Bradley 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2011 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (423) 728-7003
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Bradley County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 106
Area 329 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Cleveland TN

// Cities in This County

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