Low Risk New York  ·  Flash Flooding / Tornado

Sullivan County NY

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
75
Area
997
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Tornado
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Sullivan County NY in New York faces flash flooding / tornado risk across its 997 square mile area. Monticello in the Catskills serves this Hudson Valley county with Basha Kill flooding. Sullivan 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Flash Flooding / Tornado
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event Ida 2021
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (845) 794-3000
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Sullivan County NY
State New York (NY)
Population 75
Area 997 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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