Scott County IN in Indiana faces tornado / ohio river flooding risk across its 190 square mile area. Scottsburg serves this south Indiana county near the Muscatatuck River. Scott 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 / Ohio River Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (812) 752-8420 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Scott County IN |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| Population | 24 |
| Area | 190 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Indiana Counties
Vanderburgh County IN
Tornado / Severe Storm
6/10
Moderate
Franklin County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Perry County IN
Tornado / Ohio River Flooding
5/10
Low
Adams County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Jackson County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Starke County IN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low