Lorain County on Lake Erie west of Cleveland was struck by a devastating tornado on June 28 1924 that killed 78 people — one of the deadliest in Ohio history. A significant tornado also struck the county in 2019. The Black River creates flooding risk through Elyria and Lorain. The county hosts major steel manufacturing at US Steel Lorain creating industrial emergency planning considerations. Perry Nuclear Plant is within 50 miles.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Lake Erie Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (440) 329-5285 |
| Emergency Shelters | 10 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-90 US-30 OH-2 OH-58 |
// County Profile
| County | Lorain County OH |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| Population | 308 |
| Area | 493 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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