Union County SD in South Dakota faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 461 square mile area. Elk Point on the Missouri serves this extreme southeast South Dakota corner county. Union 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Blizzard |
| Secondary Hazard | Red River Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Missouri River Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (605) 356-2101 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Union County SD |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| Population | 15 |
| Area | 461 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other South Dakota Counties
Hamlin County SD
Tornado / Blizzard
6/10
Moderate
Brule County SD
Tornado / Blizzard
6/10
Moderate
Lake County SD
Tornado / Blizzard
6/10
Moderate
Day County SD
Blizzard / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Sanborn County SD
Tornado / Blizzard
6/10
Moderate
Minnehaha County SD
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate