Moderate Risk Alabama  ·  Tornado / Severe Storm

Dothan AL

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  ALABAMA

6 / 10
Threat Score
Population
72,085
Elevation
322
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Severe Storm
County FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Dothan in the Wiregrass region of southeast Alabama sits in an active tornado corridor near the intersection of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. The city has experienced multiple significant tornado events. Dothan serves as a regional hub for the tri-state area and hosts Fort Rucker — the Army Aviation Center of Excellence — creating military aviation infrastructure emergency planning considerations during severe weather events.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score6 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardTornado / Severe Storm
FEMA Flood ZoneModerate
County FEMA Declarations8
Last Major Event2019 Tornado

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (334) 615-3000
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation322 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Houston County AL
Alabama · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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7/10
Moderate Risk

// Other Cities in Houston County AL

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Farley Nuclear Plant AL
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Dothan, AL  ·  Southern Nuclear  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High
Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant AL
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Dothan  ·  Southern Nuclear / Alabama Power  ·  10-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.