Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Missouri River Flooding

Seward County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
17
Area
574
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Seward County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 574 square mile area. Seward serves this east-central Nebraska county near the Big Blue River. Seward 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) 643-2991
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Seward County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 17
Area 574 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Seward NE

// Cities in This County

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