Low Risk South Carolina  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Union County SC

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
29
Area
514
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Union County SC in South Carolina faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 514 square mile area. Union serves this upstate South Carolina county with Broad River flooding. Union 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 Hurricane Remnants
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (864) 429-1601
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Union County SC
State South Carolina (SC)
Population 29
Area 514 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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