Moderate Risk Kansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Doniphan County KS

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
392
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Doniphan County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 392 square mile area. Troy serves this extreme northeast Kansas corner county on the Missouri River. Doniphan 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 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2019 Missouri River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (785) 985-3513
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Doniphan County KS
State Kansas (KS)
Population 7
Area 392 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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