Low Risk Kentucky  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Larue County KY

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
14
Area
263
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Larue County KY in Kentucky faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 263 square mile area. Hodgenville the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln serves this central Kentucky county. Larue 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 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Ice Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (270) 358-4431
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Larue County KY
State Kentucky (KY)
Population 14
Area 263 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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