Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Lewis County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
12
Area
282
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Lewis County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 282 square mile area. Hohenwald serves this small middle Tennessee county on the Buffalo River. Lewis 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 2020 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (931) 796-3734
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Lewis County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 12
Area 282 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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