Moderate Risk Alabama  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Russell County AL

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
57
Area
641
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Russell County AL in Alabama faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 641 square mile area. Phenix City on the Chattahoochee faces flooding and is Columbus Georgia's Alabama suburb. Russell 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 (334) 298-7626
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Russell County AL
State Alabama (AL)
Population 57
Area 641 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Phenix City AL Phenix City AL

// Cities in This County

// Other Alabama Counties