Low Risk Texas  ·  Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding

La Salle County TX

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
1,494
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

La Salle County TX in Texas faces extreme heat / flash flooding risk across its 1,494 square mile area. Cotulla serves this remote South Texas brush country county on Eagle Ford Shale. La Salle 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 Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Drought
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2018 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (830) 879-4432
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County La Salle County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 7
Area 1,494 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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