Moderate Risk Kansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Geary County KS

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
36
Area
384
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Geary County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 384 square mile area. Junction City hosts Fort Riley home of 1st Infantry Division with Republican River flooding. Geary 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 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (785) 762-5000
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Geary County KS
State Kansas (KS)
Population 36
Area 384 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Junction City KS

// Cities in This County

// Other Kansas Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Fort Riley KS
Military Installation  ·  Junction City, KS  ·  US Army  ·  25-mi risk zone
7/10 High
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Milford Dam KS
Major Dam  ·  Junction City, KS  ·  US Army Corps of Engineers  ·  20-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.