Moderate Risk Alabama  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Montgomery County AL

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
228
Area
772
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Montgomery County anchored by Alabama's state capital faces moderate tornado risk in the Alabama tornado corridor. Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery is home to Air University — the Air Force's primary professional education institution — and the Air Force Research Laboratory. The Alabama River creates flooding risk. As state capital Montgomery hosts critical Alabama government infrastructure requiring robust emergency continuity planning.

// 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    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (334) 832-4980
Emergency Shelters 10 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes I-65 I-85 US-231 AL-14

// County Profile

County Montgomery County AL
State Alabama (AL)
Population 228
Area 772 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Montgomery AL

// Cities in This County

// Other Alabama Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Maxwell Air Force Base AL
Military Installation  ·  Montgomery, AL  ·  US Air Force  ·  25-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.