Scott County MO in Missouri faces tornado / new madrid earthquake risk across its 421 square mile area. Sikeston in the Missouri Bootheel sits on the New Madrid fault near the Mississippi. Scott serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake |
| Secondary Hazard | Mississippi River Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Mississippi River Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (573) 545-3549 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Scott County MO |
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| Population | 39 |
| Area | 421 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Missouri Counties
Jasper County MO
Tornado / Severe Storm
8/10
High
Pemiscot County MO
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
7/10
Moderate
Stoddard County MO
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
7/10
Moderate
Atchison County MO
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Franklin County MO
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
New Madrid County MO
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate