Low Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Andrews County TX

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
18
Area
1,501
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Andrews County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 1,501 square mile area. Andrews serves this Permian Basin county with major oil production near New Mexico. Andrews 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Industrial Hazmat
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2018 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (432) 523-3614
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Andrews County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 18
Area 1,501 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Andrews TX

// Cities in This County

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