Missouri Emergency Preparedness
Based on 73 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Missouri.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Missouri
Severe Storm (42 declarations)
Very High Tornado (5 declarations)
Low Flood (21 declarations)
Moderate Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Missouri has had 73 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 42
Flood 21
Tornado 5
Severe Ice Storm 4
Biological 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms And Flooding 2025-07-22
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-06-09
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Wildfires 2025-05-21
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-05-21
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-Line Winds, And Flooding 2025-01-01
Preparedness Tips for Missouri
- ✓ 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