Henry County south of Atlanta is one of the fastest growing counties in Georgia. The Towaliga and Walnut Creek watersheds create flooding risk during intense rainfall events. The county sits in a moderate tornado corridor and has experienced tornado events. Henry County's explosive suburban growth south of Atlanta continues to expand the population exposed to moderate severe weather risk. The county has transformed from rural to suburban in just two decades.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 3 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (770) 288-6000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-75 US-19 GA-20 GA-42 |
// County Profile
| County | Henry County GA |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Population | 243 |
| Area | 326 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
6/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
6/10
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