Seward is a small city in southeastern Nebraska that sits in a well-documented tornado corridor. The surrounding open plains offer minimal natural windbreaks and the city has experienced direct tornado impacts historically. As a county seat and Concordia University campus town, Seward maintains emergency systems proportionate to its size but serves a broader rural population during major weather events.
// 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 | 4 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 402-643-2928 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 1526 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Seward County NE
Nebraska · Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk