Lauderdale County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / new madrid earthquake risk across its 470 square mile area. Ripley serves this northwest Tennessee county on the Mississippi River floodplain. Lauderdale serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Mississippi River Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (731) 635-2561 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Lauderdale County TN |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| Population | 26 |
| Area | 470 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Tennessee Counties
Shelby County TN
Tornado / Severe Storm
7/10
High
Benton County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Henderson County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Gibson County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Henry County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate
Stewart County TN
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
6/10
Moderate