Marshall County in western Kentucky was severely impacted by the December 2021 tornado which tracked through the county causing deaths and destruction. Benton the county seat suffered significant damage. The county sits on the New Madrid Seismic Zone creating compound natural hazard risk. Kentucky Lake on the Tennessee River borders the county and Kentucky Dam creates flooding and dam failure considerations for downstream communities.
// 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 | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | New Madrid Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | December 2021 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (270) 527-3112 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-641 US-68 KY-80 KY-408 |
// County Profile
| County | Marshall County KY |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Population | 31 |
| Area | 301 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | High |
// Other Kentucky Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.