High Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Severe Storm / Flooding

Murfreesboro TN

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  TENNESSEE

7 / 10
Threat Score
Population
165,000
Elevation
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Severe Storm / Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
28
federally declared

Murfreesboro sits in a high tornado risk corridor with frequent severe storms and localized flooding. Rapid growth adds pressure to emergency response systems.

// 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 Score7 / 10   High
Primary HazardTornado / Severe Storm / Flooding
FEMA Flood ZoneZone X (Moderate Risk)
County FEMA Declarations28
Last Major EventTornado (March 2020)

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone 615-893-2717
Evacuation RoutesI-24 Southeast, I-24 Northwest, US-70S East, US-41 North

// County Risk Profile

Rutherford County TN
Tennessee · Tornado / Severe Storm
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6/10
Moderate Risk

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