Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Wayne County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
115
Area
557
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Wayne County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 557 square mile area. Wooster serves this northeast Ohio county in Amish Country with College of Wooster. Wayne 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (330) 287-5400
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Wayne County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 115
Area 557 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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