Perry County MS in Mississippi faces hurricane / tornado risk across its 648 square mile area. New Augusta serves this south Mississippi county impacted by Katrina wind damage. Perry 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.
- 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 | Hurricane / Tornado |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Katrina 2005 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (601) 964-8398 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Perry County MS |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| Population | 12 |
| Area | 648 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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Harrison County MS
Hurricane / Storm Surge
9/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
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Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
7/10
Moderate
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Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
7/10
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Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
7/10
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Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
7/10
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