Low Risk Kentucky  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Montgomery County KY

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
27
Area
198
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Montgomery County KY in Kentucky faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 198 square mile area. Mount Sterling serves this east-central Kentucky county on the Licking River. 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Ice Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2019 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (859) 498-8786
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Montgomery County KY
State Kentucky (KY)
Population 27
Area 198 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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