Moderate Risk Mississippi  ·  Hurricane / Tornado

Adams County MS

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
31
Area
457
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Tornado
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Adams County MS in Mississippi faces hurricane / tornado risk across its 457 square mile area. Natchez on the Mississippi River is a major historic antebellum city facing flooding. Adams serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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 Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Tornado
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2016 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (601) 446-6326
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Adams County MS
State Mississippi (MS)
Population 31
Area 457 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Natchez MS

// Cities in This County

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