Moderate Risk Colorado  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Washington County CO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
2,524
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Washington County CO in Colorado faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 2,524 square mile area. Akron serves this remote northeast Colorado county on the eastern plains. Washington 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) 345-6565
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Washington County CO
State Colorado (CO)
Population 4
Area 2,524 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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