Low Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Knox County MO

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
506
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Knox County MO in Missouri faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 506 square mile area. Edina serves this small northeast Missouri county near the Iowa border. Knox 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 Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (660) 397-2184
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Knox County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 4
Area 506 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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