Penobscot County anchored by Bangor is the regional hub for eastern and northern Maine. The Penobscot River creates flooding risk through Bangor and the county. The county faces serious winter storm and ice storm risk — the 2023 ice storm caused widespread power outages across the region. The University of Maine at Orono creates institutional emergency planning requirements. Bangor International Airport serves as the primary airport for the region and a military refueling stop.
// 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 | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Winter Storm / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 4 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 Ice Storm |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (207) 947-4585 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-95 US-2 ME-9 ME-11 |
// County Profile
| County | Penobscot County ME |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| Population | 153 |
| Area | 3,396 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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