Moderate Risk Mississippi  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Neshoba County MS

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
29
Area
569
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Neshoba County MS in Mississippi faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 569 square mile area. Philadelphia serves this central Mississippi county famous for the 1964 civil rights murders. Neshoba 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 Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (601) 656-1781
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Neshoba County MS
State Mississippi (MS)
Population 29
Area 569 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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