Douglas County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 200 square mile area. Douglasville anchors this fast-growing Atlanta western suburb. Douglas serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (770) 920-7259 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Douglas County GA |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Population | 145 |
| Area | 200 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Georgia Counties
Chatham County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
High
Glynn County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
High
Long County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
6/10
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Fulton County GA
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
6/10
Moderate
Houston County GA
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate