Low Risk South Carolina  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Kershaw County SC

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
64
Area
726
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Kershaw County SC in South Carolina faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 726 square mile area. Camden serves this central South Carolina county with Wateree River flooding. Kershaw 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Hurricane Remnants
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2015 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (803) 425-1500
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Kershaw County SC
State South Carolina (SC)
Population 64
Area 726 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Camden SC

// Cities in This County

// Other South Carolina Counties