Low Risk Illinois  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Boone County IL

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
53
Area
281
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Boone County IL in Illinois faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 281 square mile area. Belvidere serves this growing north Illinois county near Rockford. Boone serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.

// 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (815) 544-3103
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Boone County IL
State Illinois (IL)
Population 53
Area 281 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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