Kansas Emergency Preparedness

Based on 70 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Kansas.

60
Risk Score
High

Top Threats in Kansas

Tornado (6 declarations)
Low
Severe Storm (45 declarations)
Very High
Flood (12 declarations)
Low
Winter Storm (1 declarations)
Low

FEMA Disaster History

Kansas has had 70 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.

Declarations by Type

Severe Storm 45
Flood 12
Tornado 6
Snowstorm 3
Severe Ice Storm 2
Winter Storm 1
Biological 1

Recent Declarations

Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Flooding 2025-12-19
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-09-11
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-07-22
Severe Winter Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, And Wildfires 2025-05-21
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-09-24

Preparedness Tips for Kansas

  • Identify the safest room in your home (interior, ground floor, no windows)
  • Keep a weather radio with fresh batteries at all times
  • Practice tornado drills with your family at least twice a year
  • Keep sturdy shoes near your bed in case a tornado strikes at night

Emergency Contacts

Kansas Division of Emergency Management

785-274-1409

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Recommended Gear

Emergency Radio

Tornado warnings require reliable, battery-powered alert systems

First Aid Kit

Debris injuries are common during and after tornadoes

Go Bag

You may need to evacuate quickly if your home is damaged

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