Moderate Risk Texas  ·  Tornado / Dust Storm

Terry County TX

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
12
Area
889
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Dust Storm
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Terry County TX in Texas faces tornado / dust storm risk across its 889 square mile area. Brownfield serves this South Plains county southwest of Lubbock with cotton farming. Terry serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Dust Storm
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (806) 637-8551
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Terry County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 12
Area 889 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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