Marion County MO in Missouri faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 438 square mile area. Hannibal Mark Twain's hometown on the Mississippi faces serious flooding. Marion 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.
- 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 / Missouri River Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Mississippi River Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (573) 769-2549 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Marion County MO |
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| Population | 28 |
| Area | 438 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Missouri Counties
Jasper County MO
Tornado / Severe Storm
8/10
High
Scott County MO
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
7/10
Moderate
Pemiscot County MO
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
7/10
Moderate
Stoddard County MO
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
7/10
Moderate
Atchison County MO
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Franklin County MO
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate