Sumter County GA in Georgia faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 488 square mile area. Americus serves this southwest Georgia county with Andersonville Civil War site. Sumter 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 | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Hurricane Remnants |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (229) 928-4500 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Sumter County GA |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| Population | 29 |
| Area | 488 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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