Rhea County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 316 square mile area. Dayton famous for the Scopes Monkey Trial serves this east Tennessee county. Rhea 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 | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flash Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (423) 775-7809 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Rhea County TN |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| Population | 32 |
| Area | 316 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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