Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Deuel County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
1
Area
439
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Deuel County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 439 square mile area. Chappell serves this small west Nebraska Panhandle county. Deuel 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 (308) 874-3308
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Deuel County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 1
Area 439 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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