Owsley County KY in Kentucky faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 198 square mile area. Booneville is one of the poorest US counties and was severely flooded in 2022. Owsley 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 | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Winter Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Mining Hazard |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2022 Eastern KY Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (606) 593-5735 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Owsley County KY |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Population | 4 |
| Area | 198 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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