Dayton was struck by a historic Memorial Day tornado outbreak on May 27 2019 when 15 tornadoes touched down across the Miami Valley in a single evening causing over $1 billion in damage. Multiple EF2 and EF3 tornadoes struck suburban communities across Montgomery County. The Great Miami River creates flooding risk through the city. Dayton has more tornado strikes per decade than almost any other major Ohio city.
// 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 |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 32 |
| Last Major Event | Memorial Day Tornadoes (2019) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (937) 333-3333 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, I-75 South, I-70 East, US-35 East |
| Elevation | 741 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.