Low Risk North Carolina  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Hoke County NC

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
56
Area
392
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Hoke County NC in North Carolina faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 392 square mile area. Raeford serves this central county adjacent to Fort Liberty with Cape Fear headwaters. Hoke 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2018 Florence
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (910) 875-8751
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Hoke County NC
State North Carolina (NC)
Population 56
Area 392 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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