Low Risk Michigan  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Montmorency County MI

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
10
Area
548
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Montmorency County MI in Michigan faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 548 square mile area. Atlanta serves this small northeast Michigan county in the Thunder Bay watershed. Montmorency 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (989) 785-8020
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Montmorency County MI
State Michigan (MI)
Population 10
Area 548 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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