Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Loudon County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
52
Area
229
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Loudon County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 229 square mile area. Loudon on Watts Bar Lake serves this east Tennessee county near Knoxville. Loudon 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (865) 458-3315
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Loudon County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 52
Area 229 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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