Crawford County WI in Wisconsin faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 573 square mile area. Prairie du Chien on the Mississippi serves this southwest Wisconsin county. Crawford serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Mississippi River Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (608) 326-0200 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Crawford County WI |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Population | 17 |
| Area | 573 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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La Crosse County WI
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Juneau County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Waushara County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
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5/10
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Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Florence County WI
Winter Storm / Wildfire
5/10
Low