Fort Kent Maine sits at the northern tip of Maine at the US-Canada border crossing to Clair, New Brunswick on the St John River. The city is the northern terminus of US Route 1 — the longest US highway running the entire East Coast. The St John River creates significant flooding risk during spring snowmelt, and the 2008 spring flood caused major damage in the region. Aroostook County winters are among the most severe in the continental US. Fort Kent is extremely remote from major emergency resources.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Border Security / Winter Storm / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Winter Storm |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 207-834-3136 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 480 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Aroostook County ME
Maine · Winter Storm / Flash Flooding
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4/10
Low Risk