Moderate Risk West Virginia  ·  Flash Flooding / Ohio River Flooding

Hardy County WV

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
14
Area
583
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Ohio River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Hardy County WV in West Virginia faces flash flooding / ohio river flooding risk across its 583 square mile area. Moorefield serves this eastern WV county with South Fork Potomac flooding. Hardy 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Flash Flooding / Ohio River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2018 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (304) 530-0250
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Hardy County WV
State West Virginia (WV)
Population 14
Area 583 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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