Moderate Risk West Virginia  ·  Flash Flooding / Ohio River Flooding

Tyler County WV

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
9
Area
258
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Ohio River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Tyler County WV in West Virginia faces flash flooding / ohio river flooding risk across its 258 square mile area. Middlebourne serves this small northwest WV county on the Middle Island Creek. Tyler 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 Flash Flooding / Ohio River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Ohio River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (304) 758-2102
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Tyler County WV
State West Virginia (WV)
Population 9
Area 258 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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