Low Risk Ohio  ·  Tornado / Lake Erie Storm

Seneca County OH

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
56
Area
551
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Lake Erie Storm
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Seneca County OH in Ohio faces tornado / lake erie storm risk across its 551 square mile area. Tiffin serves this north-central Ohio county near the Sandusky River. Seneca 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 / Lake Erie Storm
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (419) 447-4550
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Seneca County OH
State Ohio (OH)
Population 56
Area 551 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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