Benton County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / new madrid earthquake risk across its 395 square mile area. Camden serves this west Tennessee county on Kentucky Lake with 2021 tornado damage. Benton serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (731) 852-2107 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Benton County TN |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| Population | 16 |
| Area | 395 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Tennessee Counties
Shelby County TN
Tornado / Severe Storm
7/10
High
Gibson County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Henry County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Stewart County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Weakley County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Davidson County TN
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate