Beaverhead County MT in Montana faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 5,542 square mile area. Dillon serves this large southwest Montana county on the Beaverhead River. Beaverhead 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 | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (406) 683-3785 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Beaverhead County MT |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| Population | 9 |
| Area | 5,542 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |