Moderate Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Dust Storm

Hockley County TX

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
23
Area
908
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Dust Storm
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Hockley County TX in Texas faces tornado / dust storm risk across its 908 square mile area. Levelland serves this South Plains county west of Lubbock with oil and cotton production. Hockley 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Dust Storm
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (806) 894-3185
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Hockley County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 23
Area 908 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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