Low Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Sutton County TX

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
3
Area
1,454
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Sutton County TX in Texas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 1,454 square mile area. Sonora serves this remote west Texas county with cave system and Llano River headwaters. Sutton 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 Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Industrial Hazmat
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2018 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (325) 387-3815
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Sutton County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 3
Area 1,454 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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