Low Risk Wisconsin  ·  Winter Storm / Wildfire

Bayfield County WI

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
15
Area
1,476
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Winter Storm / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Bayfield County WI in Wisconsin faces winter storm / wildfire risk across its 1,476 square mile area. Washburn on Lake Superior serves this northwest Wisconsin county with Apostle Islands. Bayfield serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Winter Storm / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (715) 373-6100
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Bayfield County WI
State Wisconsin (WI)
Population 15
Area 1,476 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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