Moderate Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Reynolds County MO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
6
Area
810
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Reynolds County MO in Missouri faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 810 square mile area. Centerville serves this remote southeast Missouri Ozark county on the Black River. Reynolds 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 2017 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (573) 648-2425
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Reynolds County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 6
Area 810 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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