Rusk County WI in Wisconsin faces winter storm / wildfire risk across its 916 square mile area. Ladysmith on the Flambeau River serves this northwest Wisconsin county. Rusk serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Recommended Supplies
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- 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 | Winter Storm / Wildfire |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (715) 532-2100 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Rusk County WI |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Population | 15 |
| Area | 916 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Wisconsin Counties
La Crosse County WI
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Jefferson County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Waushara County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Bayfield County WI
Winter Storm / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Oneida County WI
Winter Storm / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Eau Claire County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low