Kearney faces severe storms, tornado risk, and winter weather across the central Nebraska corridor.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Severe Storm / Tornado / Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 308-233-3216 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-80 US-34 NE-10 NE-2 |
| Elevation | 2,152 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Buffalo County NE
Nebraska · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk