Moderate Risk North Dakota  ·  Blizzard / Red River Flooding

McHenry County ND

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
6
Area
1,874
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Blizzard / Red River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

McHenry County ND in North Dakota faces blizzard / red river flooding risk across its 1,874 square mile area. Towner serves this north-central North Dakota county near the Canadian border. McHenry 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Blizzard / Red River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Blizzard
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (701) 537-5729
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County McHenry County ND
State North Dakota (ND)
Population 6
Area 1,874 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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