Arkansas Emergency Preparedness
Based on 74 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Arkansas.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Arkansas
Severe Storm (32 declarations)
High Tornado (14 declarations)
Low Flood (20 declarations)
Moderate Winter Storm (1 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Arkansas has had 74 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 32
Flood 20
Tornado 14
Severe Ice Storm 4
Winter Storm 1
Biological 1
Hurricane 1
Snowstorm 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-05-21
Severe Storms And Tornadoes 2025-05-08
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-05-30
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Tornadoes 2023-11-14
Severe Winter Storm 2023-04-04
Preparedness Tips for Arkansas
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed