Moderate Risk Maine  ·  Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding

Knox County ME

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
40
Area
354
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Knox County ME in Maine faces nor'easter / coastal flooding risk across its 354 square mile area. Rockland on Penobscot Bay serves this mid-coast Maine county. Knox 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 Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
Secondary Hazard Hurricane
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2024 Nor'easter
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (207) 594-0420
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Knox County ME
State Maine (ME)
Population 40
Area 354 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Rockland ME

// Cities in This County

// Other Maine Counties