Moderate Risk Colorado  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Morgan County CO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
28
Area
1,295
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Morgan County CO in Colorado faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 1,295 square mile area. Fort Morgan on the South Platte serves this northeast Colorado agricultural county. Morgan 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Blizzard
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (970) 542-3521
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Morgan County CO
State Colorado (CO)
Population 28
Area 1,295 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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