Moderate Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Shannon County MO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
8
Area
1,004
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Shannon County MO in Missouri faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 1,004 square mile area. Eminence on the Current River serves this remote Ozark county in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. Shannon 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) 226-3315
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Shannon County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 8
Area 1,004 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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