Tennessee Emergency Preparedness
Based on 78 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Tennessee.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Tennessee
Severe Storm (44 declarations)
Very High Tornado (7 declarations)
Low Flood (18 declarations)
Moderate Winter Storm (2 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Tennessee has had 78 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 44
Flood 18
Tornado 7
Severe Ice Storm 4
Winter Storm 2
Tropical Storm 1
Biological 1
Fire 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Winter Storm 2026-02-06
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-06-19
Tropical Storm Helene 2024-10-02
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-06-17
Severe Storms And Tornadoes 2023-12-13
Preparedness Tips for Tennessee
- ✓ 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