Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Missouri River Flooding

Washington County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
20
Area
390
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Washington County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / missouri river flooding risk across its 390 square mile area. Blair on the Missouri serves this northeast Nebraska county north of Omaha. Washington 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 / Missouri River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Missouri River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (402) 426-6822
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Washington County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 20
Area 390 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Blair NE

// Cities in This County

// Other Nebraska Counties