Lawrence home to the University of Kansas faces moderate tornado risk in the heart of Kansas. The Kansas River creates serious flooding risk and has flooded Lawrence multiple times. The August 2019 floods caused significant damage across Lawrence. The university creates large institutional emergency planning requirements with thousands of students on campus during spring tornado season.
// 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
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (785) 832-7400 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-70 US-59 KS-10 KS-40 |
| Elevation | 853 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Douglas County KS
Kansas · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk