Murray is a western Kentucky university city near Kentucky Lake with tornado exposure and proximity to the New Madrid Seismic Zone. Murray State University adds a significant student population to emergency planning considerations. The city sits in one of the most tornado-prone regions of Kentucky and is near enough to the New Madrid fault system that a major seismic event would be strongly felt.
// 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
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | December 2021 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 270-762-0300 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 508 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Calloway County KY
Kentucky · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk