Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Darke County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
52
Area
600
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Darke County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 600 square mile area. Greenville serves this west Ohio county known for Annie Oakley and agriculture. Darke 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
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 (937) 547-7345
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Darke County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 52
Area 600 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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