Moderate Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Dunklin County MO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
29
Area
542
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Dunklin County MO in Missouri faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 542 square mile area. Kennett in the Missouri Bootheel faces serious New Madrid earthquake and Mississippi flooding risk. Dunklin 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Mississippi River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (573) 888-2896
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Dunklin County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 29
Area 542 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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