Low Risk Pennsylvania  ·  Flash Flooding / Winter Storm

Somerset County PA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
73
Area
1,074
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Somerset County PA in Pennsylvania faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 1,074 square mile area. Somerset serves this southwest Pennsylvania county site of Flight 93 and coal mining. Somerset 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2018 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (814) 445-1455
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Somerset County PA
State Pennsylvania (PA)
Population 73
Area 1,074 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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