Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Fayette County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
29
Area
407
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Fayette County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 407 square mile area. Washington Court House serves this southwest Ohio county near Paint Creek. Fayette 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 (740) 335-1060
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Fayette County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 29
Area 407 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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