Morris County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 697 square mile area. Council Grove on the Neosho River serves this Flint Hills county. Morris 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// 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) 767-5518 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Morris County KS |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| Population | 5 |
| Area | 697 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Kansas Counties
Ellis County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Meade County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Trego County KS
Tornado / Dust Storm
7/10
Moderate
Atchison County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Greenwood County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate
Ottawa County KS
Tornado / Flash Flooding
7/10
Moderate