Woodford County KY in Kentucky faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 193 square mile area. Versailles in the heart of Bluegrass horse country serves this Lexington suburb county. Woodford 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Ice Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (859) 873-3421 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Woodford County KY |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Population | 26 |
| Area | 193 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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