Moderate Risk Mississippi  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Clay County MS

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
20
Area
409
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Clay County MS in Mississippi faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 409 square mile area. West Point serves this northeast Mississippi county on the Tombigbee River. Clay 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 Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2011 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (662) 494-3124
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Clay County MS
State Mississippi (MS)
Population 20
Area 409 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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