Daviess County anchored by Owensboro on the Ohio River was impacted by the devastating December 2021 tornado outbreak that killed over 70 people across western Kentucky. The Ohio River creates serious flooding risk. Owensboro is a regional hub for western Kentucky emergency coordination. The county faces serious ice storm risk and moderate tornado risk in the Kentucky-Indiana-Illinois tri-state area.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Ohio River Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Ice Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | December 2021 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (270) 685-8444 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-60 US-431 KY-54 KY-144 |
// County Profile
| County | Daviess County KY |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Population | 100 |
| Area | 459 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | High |
// Major Cities
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