Kalispell in the Flathead Valley of northwest Montana faces wildfire risk from surrounding forests and flash flooding from the Flathead River system. The city serves as the gateway to Glacier National Park bringing enormous seasonal tourism creating dynamic emergency management planning requirements. Flathead Lake to the south is the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi creating water rescue emergency planning considerations.
// 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
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Wildfire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (406) 758-7700 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 2959 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Flathead County MT
Montana · Wildfire / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk