Moderate Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Missouri River Flooding

Ray County MO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
23
Area
572
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Ray County MO in Missouri faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 572 square mile area. Richmond serves this north Kansas City suburb county on the Missouri River. Ray 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 / Missouri River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Missouri River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (816) 776-4502
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Ray County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 23
Area 572 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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