Moderate Risk Florida  ·  Hurricane / Tornado

Sumter County FL

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
135
Area
546
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Tornado
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Sumter County FL in Florida faces hurricane / tornado risk across its 546 square mile area. Bushnell near The Villages — fastest-growing US county — faces hurricane and flooding risk. Sumter 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 Hurricane / Tornado
Secondary Hazard Lightning
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event Irma 2017
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (352) 569-6600
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Sumter County FL
State Florida (FL)
Population 135
Area 546 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

The Villages FL

// Cities in This County

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