Kimball County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 952 square mile area. Kimball on I-80 serves this extreme southwest Nebraska Panhandle county near Colorado. Kimball 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Blizzard |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (308) 235-2241 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Kimball County NE |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Population | 3 |
| Area | 952 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Nebraska Counties
Fillmore County NE
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Pawnee County NE
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
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Boone County NE
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Harlan County NE
Tornado / Flash Flooding
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Seward County NE
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Colfax County NE
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate