Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Greene County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
165
Area
414
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Greene County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 414 square mile area. Xenia struck by F5 tornado in 1974 and again by 2019 tornadoes hosts Wright State University. Greene 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 Memorial Day Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (937) 562-5000
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Greene County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 165
Area 414 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Fairborn OH Beavercreek OH

// Cities in This County

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