Moderate Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Dust Storm

Lynn County TX

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
5
Area
888
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Dust Storm
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Lynn County TX in Texas faces tornado / dust storm risk across its 888 square mile area. Tahoka serves this South Plains cotton farming county with high tornado frequency. Lynn serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Dust Storm
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (806) 998-4220
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Lynn County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 5
Area 888 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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