Moderate Risk Arkansas  ·  Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding

Arkansas County AR

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
18
Area
1,034
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Arkansas County AR in Arkansas faces tornado / mississippi river flooding risk across its 1,034 square mile area. Stuttgart the Rice and Duck Capital faces serious Arkansas River flooding in the delta. Arkansas 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 Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Arkansas River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (870) 942-6088
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Arkansas County AR
State Arkansas (AR)
Population 18
Area 1,034 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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