Sharp County AR in Arkansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 604 square mile area. Ash Flat serves this north-central Arkansas Ozark county near the Spring River. Sharp 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 / Flash Flooding |
| 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 | (870) 994-7361 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Sharp County AR |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| Population | 17 |
| Area | 604 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Arkansas Counties
Craighead County AR
Tornado / Severe Storm
7/10
High
Greene County AR
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
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Saint Francis County AR
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Boone County AR
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
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Lee County AR
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Crawford County AR
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate