Moderate Risk Missouri  ·  Tornado / Missouri River Flooding

Ste. Genevieve County MO

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
18
Area
502
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Ste. Genevieve County MO in Missouri faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 502 square mile area. Ste. Genevieve on the Mississippi is Missouri's oldest permanent settlement. Ste. Genevieve 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Mississippi River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (573) 883-2706
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Ste. Genevieve County MO
State Missouri (MO)
Population 18
Area 502 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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