Owensboro on the Ohio River faces tornado risk New Madrid seismic zone earthquake risk and serious flooding. The December 2021 tornado outbreak caused significant regional damage.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Ohio River Flooding / New Madrid Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | December 2021 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (270) 687-8500 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-60 US-431 KY-54 KY-144 |
| Elevation | 407 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Daviess County KY
Kentucky · Tornado / Ohio River Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk