West Fargo in Cass County is one of the fastest growing cities in North Dakota and shares the Greater Fargo emergency management area. Extreme blizzards Red River flooding risk and tornado risk are ongoing hazards.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Blizzard / Red River Flooding / Tornado / Extreme Cold |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 30 |
| Last Major Event | Red River Flood (2019) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (701) 433-5300 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-29 North, I-29 South, I-94 East, US-10 West |
| Elevation | 902 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Cass County ND
North Dakota · Tornado / Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk