Moderate Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Dust Storm

Carson County TX

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
6
Area
923
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Dust Storm
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Carson County TX in Texas faces tornado / dust storm risk across its 923 square mile area. Panhandle serves this Panhandle county between Amarillo and the Oklahoma border. Carson 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Dust Storm
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (806) 537-3622
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Carson County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 6
Area 923 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other Texas Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

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Pantex Plant Texas Nuclear Weapons Assembly
Nuclear Weapons  ·  Amarillo, TX  ·  National Nuclear Security Administration / Consolidated Nuclear Security  ·  10-mi risk zone
10/10 Critical

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.