Moderate Risk Oklahoma  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Kay County OK

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
45
Area
918
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Kay County OK in Oklahoma faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 918 square mile area. Ponca City with Conoco Phillips serves this north Oklahoma county with earthquake risk. Kay 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 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Induced Earthquake
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2019 Induced Earthquake
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (580) 362-2537
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Kay County OK
State Oklahoma (OK)
Population 45
Area 918 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Ponca City OK

// Cities in This County

// Other Oklahoma Counties