Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Cannon County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
14
Area
266
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Cannon County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 266 square mile area. Woodbury serves this small middle Tennessee county devastated by 2020 tornado outbreak. Cannon 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 Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2020 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (615) 563-5944
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Cannon County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 14
Area 266 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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