Clark County anchored by Springfield in west-central Ohio was struck by a tornado during the Memorial Day 2019 outbreak that devastated the greater Dayton area. The Mad River creates flooding risk through Springfield. The county is adjacent to Montgomery County and Wright-Patterson AFB. Springfield serves as a regional hub for west-central Ohio. The county has experienced multiple tornado events in recent years.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado Outbreak |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (937) 328-2400 |
| Emergency Shelters | 6 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-70 US-40 OH-4 OH-54 |
// County Profile
| County | Clark County OH |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| Population | 136 |
| Area | 400 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Ohio Counties
Lake County OH
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
6/10
Moderate
Montgomery County OH
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate
Fayette County OH
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
5/10
Low
Paulding County OH
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
5/10
Low
Hocking County OH
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Seneca County OH
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
5/10
Low