Gibson County IN in Indiana faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 489 square mile area. Princeton serves this southwest Indiana county on the Patoka River near Ohio River. Gibson 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 | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Ohio River Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (812) 385-3316 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Gibson County IN |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| Population | 33 |
| Area | 489 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Indiana Counties
Vanderburgh County IN
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate
Franklin County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Pike County IN
Tornado / Ohio River Flooding
5/10
Low
Adams County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Jasper County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Starke County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low