Helena the Montana state capital faces wildfire risk from surrounding mountains and forests and serious winter storm vulnerability. The city sits in a valley surrounded by forested hills creating wildfire corridor risk. As state capital Helena hosts critical government infrastructure requiring robust emergency continuity planning. The Gates of the Mountains wilderness area creates backcountry rescue emergency planning requirements.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Wildfire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (406) 447-8467 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 4058 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Lewis and Clark County MT
Montana · Wildfire / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk