Stephens County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 179 square mile area. Toccoa serves this northeast Georgia county with Toccoa Falls and Blue Ridge terrain. Stephens 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Flash Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (706) 886-9491 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Stephens County GA |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Population | 26 |
| Area | 179 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Georgia Counties
Chatham County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
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Glynn County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
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Effingham County GA
Hurricane / Storm Surge
6/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
6/10
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Houston County GA
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate