Bloomington south of Minneapolis hosts Mall of America — the largest mall in the United States — creating one of the most complex retail emergency planning scenarios in the nation with up to 100000 visitors on peak days. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is also in Bloomington creating critical aviation emergency planning requirements. The Minnesota River creates flooding risk along the city's southern border.
// 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 | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (May 2022) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (952) 563-4900 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-94 East, I-35W South, I-394 West, US-169 North |
| Elevation | 840 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Hennepin County MN
Minnesota · Tornado / Severe Storm
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5/10
Moderate Risk
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