Low Risk Montana  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Wheatland County MT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
2
Area
1,424
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Wheatland County MT in Montana faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 1,424 square mile area. Harlowton on the Musselshell River serves this small central Montana county. Wheatland 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (406) 632-4891
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Wheatland County MT
State Montana (MT)
Population 2
Area 1,424 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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