Moderate Risk Louisiana  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Tangipahoa Parish LA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
130
Area
790
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Tangipahoa Parish LA in Louisiana faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 790 square mile area. Hammond was catastrophically flooded in 2016 and faces hurricane and tornado risk. Tangipahoa 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 Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2016 Historic Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (985) 748-3211
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Tangipahoa Parish LA
State Louisiana (LA)
Population 130
Area 790 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Hammond LA

// Cities in This County

// Other Louisiana Counties