Moderate Risk Kansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Haskell County KS

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
578
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Haskell County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 578 square mile area. Sublette serves this southwest Kansas county in the Hugoton natural gas field. Haskell 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 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) 675-2263
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Haskell County KS
State Kansas (KS)
Population 4
Area 578 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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