Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Preble County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
42
Area
425
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Preble County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 425 square mile area. Eaton serves this west Ohio county on the Indiana border near Dayton. Preble serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (937) 456-8143
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Preble County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 42
Area 425 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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