Moderate Risk Iowa  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Jasper County IA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
37
Area
730
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Jasper County IA in Iowa faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 730 square mile area. Newton serves this central Iowa county home to wind energy manufacturing. Jasper 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 Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2020 Derecho
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (641) 792-3071
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Jasper County IA
State Iowa (IA)
Population 37
Area 730 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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