Kennesaw in Cobb County northwest of Atlanta faces low to moderate tornado and flooding risk. The city was struck by a significant tornado in April 2020. Kennesaw State University creates institutional emergency planning requirements. The city is known historically as the site of the 1864 Battle of Kennesaw Mountain during the Civil War. Little Noonday Creek creates localized flooding risk during heavy rainfall events.
// 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
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- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Low-Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 24 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (April 2020) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (770) 424-8274 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 North, I-285 West, US-41 North, US-278 West |
| Elevation | 1148 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Cobb County GA
Georgia · Tornado / Severe Storm
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5/10
Moderate Risk