Smith County in East Texas sits in a secondary tornado corridor and experiences regular severe thunderstorm activity. The 2017 tornado that struck Canton in neighboring Van Zandt County also impacted Smith County residents. Flash flooding from the Sabine River basin adds additional risk to low-lying rural communities.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (April 2017) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 5–7 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (903) 535-0500 |
| Emergency Shelters | 12 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-20 East, US-69 North, TX-110 South |
// County Profile
| County | Smith County TX |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Population | 236,852 |
| Area | 921 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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