Moderate Risk Arkansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Little Rock AR

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  ARKANSAS

6 / 10
Threat Score
Population
202,591
Elevation
335
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
34
federally declared

Little Rock the Arkansas state capital was struck by multiple tornadoes during the catastrophic March 2023 outbreak that devastated communities across central Arkansas. The Arkansas River runs through the metro creating flooding risk. Little Rock hosts critical state government infrastructure and serves as the emergency coordination hub for Arkansas. The city sits at the southern end of a major tornado corridor that extends from Missouri through Arkansas into the Gulf South.

// 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 Score6 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardTornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood ZoneZone X (Moderate Risk)
County FEMA Declarations34
Last Major EventTornado (March 2023)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (501) 371-4700
Evacuation RoutesI-30 West, I-40 East, I-440, US-67 North
Elevation335 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Pulaski County AR
Arkansas · Tornado / Severe Storm
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6/10
Moderate Risk

// Other Cities in Pulaski County AR

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Pine Bluff Arsenal Arkansas Chemical Weapons
Chemical Facility  ·  Pine Bluff, AR  ·  US Army  ·  10-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical
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Arkansas River Levee System AR
Major Dam  ·  Little Rock, AR  ·  US Army Corps of Engineers  ·  10-mi risk zone
7/10 High
Arkansas Nuclear One AR
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Russellville  ·  Entergy Nuclear  ·  10-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate
Camp Robinson North Little Rock AR
Military Installation  ·  North Little Rock AR  ·  Arkansas National Guard  ·  10-mi risk zone
5/10 Moderate
Arkansas River Port of Little Rock AR
Port / Marine Terminal  ·  Little Rock AR  ·  Port of Little Rock Authority  ·  10-mi risk zone
5/10 Moderate

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.