Moderate Risk Kentucky  ·  Ohio River Flooding / Tornado

Covington KY

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  KENTUCKY

6 / 10
Threat Score
Population
43,000
Elevation
516
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Ohio River Flooding / Tornado
County FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Covington directly across from Cincinnati faces Ohio River flooding and tornado risk. The Great Flood of 1937 inundated much of the city. The area is in the New Madrid seismic zone proximity.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score6 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardOhio River Flooding / Tornado
FEMA Flood ZoneLow
County FEMA Declarations5
Last Major Event2019 Flooding

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (859) 292-2222
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation516 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Kenton County KY
Kentucky · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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4/10
Low Risk