Kentucky Emergency Preparedness
Based on 80 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Kentucky.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Kentucky
Severe Storm (38 declarations)
High Tornado (6 declarations)
Low Flood (27 declarations)
Moderate Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Kentucky has had 80 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 38
Flood 27
Tornado 6
Snowstorm 4
Severe Ice Storm 2
Tropical Storm 1
Biological 1
Toxic Substances 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Tornadoes 2025-05-23
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2025-04-24
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2025-02-24
Remnants Of Hurricane Helene 2024-11-26
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, Landslides, And Mudslides 2024-07-23
Preparedness Tips for Kentucky
- ✓ 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