Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Cherry County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
5
Area
5,961
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Cherry County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 5,961 square mile area. Valentine serves the largest Nebraska county covering the Sandhills with Niobrara River. Cherry 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 / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Blizzard
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (402) 376-2771
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Cherry County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 5
Area 5,961 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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