Low Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Sabine County TX

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
10
Area
490
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Sabine County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 490 square mile area. Hemphill serves this deep East Texas county on Toledo Bend Reservoir. Sabine serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub for this area.

// 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2015 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (409) 787-3786
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Sabine County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 10
Area 490 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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