Low Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Hart County GA

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
26
Area
232
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Hart County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 232 square mile area. Hartwell on Lake Hartwell serves this northeast Georgia lake community county. Hart 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.

// 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 2016 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (706) 376-5124
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Hart County GA
State Georgia (GA)
Population 26
Area 232 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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