Hennepin County and Minneapolis face moderate disaster risk from tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. The Mississippi River runs through Minneapolis creating flooding risk. A May 2022 tornado caused damage in suburban Hennepin County communities. The county also faces extreme winter weather events that can create extended power outages and infrastructure failures during subzero temperature events.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// 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 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (May 2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 6–8 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (612) 596-0300 |
| Emergency Shelters | 44 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-94 East, I-35W South, I-394 West, US-169 North |
// County Profile
| County | Hennepin County MN |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Population | 1,281,565 |
| Area | 607 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Minnesota Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.