Moderate Risk North Dakota  ·  Blizzard / Red River Flooding

Walsh County ND

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
11
Area
1,282
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Blizzard / Red River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Walsh County ND in North Dakota faces blizzard / red river flooding risk across its 1,282 square mile area. Grafton serves this northeast North Dakota county near the Red River. Walsh 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 Red River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (701) 284-6218
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Walsh County ND
State North Dakota (ND)
Population 11
Area 1,282 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Grafton ND

// Cities in This County

// Other North Dakota Counties