Low Risk Georgia  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Screven County GA

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
14
Area
655
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Screven County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 655 square mile area. Sylvania serves this east Georgia county near the Ogeechee and Savannah Rivers. Screven 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 Hurricane Remnants
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event Irma 2017
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (912) 564-7535
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Screven County GA
State Georgia (GA)
Population 14
Area 655 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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