Moderate Risk Arkansas  ·  Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding

Sevier County AR

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
17
Area
564
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Sevier County AR in Arkansas faces tornado / mississippi river flooding risk across its 564 square mile area. De Queen serves this southwest Arkansas county near the Oklahoma and Texas borders. Sevier 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 / Mississippi River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Red River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (870) 642-2852
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Sevier County AR
State Arkansas (AR)
Population 17
Area 564 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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