Moderate Risk Iowa  ·  Tornado / Missouri River Flooding

Mills County IA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
15
Area
437
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Mills County IA in Iowa faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 437 square mile area. Glenwood serves this southwest Iowa county on the Missouri River border. Mills 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Missouri River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (712) 527-4278
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Mills County IA
State Iowa (IA)
Population 15
Area 437 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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