Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Missouri River Flooding

Otoe County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
16
Area
616
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Otoe County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 616 square mile area. Nebraska City on the Missouri serves this southeast Nebraska county. Otoe serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// 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 / Missouri River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (402) 873-3586
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Otoe County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 16
Area 616 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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