Pittsburg is the largest city in southeast Kansas, situated in the former Tri-State Mining District where extensive lead and zinc mining left significant environmental contamination across the region. The Tar Creek Superfund site in neighboring Oklahoma is part of this same mining legacy. Tornado risk is consistent during spring storm season in this part of the southern plains.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Mining Legacy |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 620-231-4100 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 942 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Crawford County KS
Kansas · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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7/10
Moderate Risk