Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Defiance County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
39
Area
411
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Defiance County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 411 square mile area. Defiance at the confluence of the Auglaize and Maumee Rivers faces serious flooding. Defiance serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// 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 / Lake Erie Storm
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Maumee River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (419) 782-4941
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Defiance County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 39
Area 411 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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