Low Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Kent County TX

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
800
Area
902
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Kent County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 902 square mile area. Jayton serves this tiny remote West Texas county. Kent 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 Industrial Hazmat
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2015 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (806) 237-3131
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Kent County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 800
Area 902 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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