Low Risk Montana  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Carter County MT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
1
Area
3,340
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Carter County MT in Montana faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 3,340 square mile area. Ekalaka serves this remote southeast Montana county near the Dakotas. Carter serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Blizzard
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (406) 775-8749
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Carter County MT
State Montana (MT)
Population 1
Area 3,340 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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