Jefferson County FL in Florida faces hurricane / tornado risk across its 598 square mile area. Monticello serves this north Florida county between Tallahassee and the Big Bend coast. Jefferson 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Tornado |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | Idalia 2023 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (850) 342-0218 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Jefferson County FL |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Population | 14 |
| Area | 598 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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