Moderate Risk Kentucky  ·  Tornado / Flash Flood

Danville KY

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  KENTUCKY

5 / 10
Threat Score
Population
17036
Elevation
987
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flood
County FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Danville is a central Kentucky city known as the City of Firsts for its historic role in Kentucky governance, with tornado exposure common to the Bluegrass region and flash flood risk from Clarks Run and other urban waterways. The city serves as the Boyle County seat and a regional healthcare hub. Spring tornado season is the primary acute hazard period.

// 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 Score5 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardTornado / Flash Flood
FEMA Flood ZoneLow
County FEMA Declarations5
Last Major Event2019 Flooding

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone 859-238-1200
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation987 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

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