Low Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Scotts Bluff County NE

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
36
Area
739
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Scotts Bluff County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 739 square mile area. Scottsbluff on the North Platte serves this west Nebraska Panhandle county. Scotts Bluff 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 / Blizzard
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 North Platte Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (308) 436-6600
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Scotts Bluff County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 36
Area 739 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Gering NE Scottsbluff NE

// Cities in This County

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