Low Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Callaway County MO

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
44
Area
840
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Callaway County MO in Missouri faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 840 square mile area. Fulton hosts Callaway Nuclear Plant and William Woods University on the Missouri River. Callaway 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (573) 642-0730
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Callaway County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 44
Area 840 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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