Douglas County MN in Minnesota faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 635 square mile area. Alexandria the lake country hub serves this central Minnesota resort county. Douglas 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Blizzard |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (320) 762-3877 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Douglas County MN |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Population | 37 |
| Area | 635 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Other Minnesota Counties
Red Lake County MN
Tornado / Red River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Le Sueur County MN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Stevens County MN
Tornado / Red River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Murray County MN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Benton County MN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Isanti County MN
Tornado / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate