Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Holt County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
10
Area
2,412
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Holt County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 2,412 square mile area. O'Neill serves this large north Nebraska county in the Sandhills transition. Holt 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 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (402) 336-1762
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Holt County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 10
Area 2,412 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other Nebraska Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

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Spencer Dam NE
Major Dam  ·  Spencer, NE  ·  Nebraska Public Power District  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High
Keystone Pipeline System SD/NE
Power Plant  ·  Winner, SD  ·  TC Energy  ·  800-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.