Montgomery County AR in Arkansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 778 square mile area. Mount Ida serves this Ouachita Mountain county known for quartz crystal mining. Montgomery 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 | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (870) 867-3521 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Montgomery County AR |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| Population | 9 |
| Area | 778 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Arkansas Counties
Craighead County AR
Tornado / Severe Storm
7/10
High
Greene County AR
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Boone County AR
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Lee County AR
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Crawford County AR
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Ouachita County AR
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate