Moderate Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Ozark County MO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
9
Area
733
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Ozark County MO in Missouri faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 733 square mile area. Gainesville serves this remote south Missouri Ozark county on the North Fork White River. Ozark 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 / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2017 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (417) 679-3516
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Ozark County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 9
Area 733 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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