Moderate Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake

Hardin County TN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
26
Area
578
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Hardin County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / new madrid earthquake risk across its 578 square mile area. Savannah on the Tennessee River serves this southwest Tennessee county. Hardin serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// 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 / New Madrid Earthquake
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (731) 925-8181
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Hardin County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 26
Area 578 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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