Moderate Risk Kansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Kingman County KS

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
864
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Kingman County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 864 square mile area. Kingman serves this south-central Kansas county near the Ninnescah River. Kingman 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 Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (620) 532-5151
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Kingman County KS
State Kansas (KS)
Population 7
Area 864 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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