Moderate Risk New Hampshire  ·  Noreaster / Ice Storm / Lake Winnipesaukee Flooding / Motorcycle Week

Laconia NH

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  NEW HAMPSHIRE

5 / 10
Threat Score
Population
16,993
Elevation
505
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Noreaster / Ice Storm / Lake Winnipesaukee Flooding / Motorcycle Week
County FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Laconia on Lake Winnipesaukee in Belknap County is the largest Lakes Region community. The annual Laconia Motorcycle Week draws 300,000 visitors creating mass gathering emergency management challenges. Noreaster storms ice storms and lake flooding are regular hazards.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score5 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardNoreaster / Ice Storm / Lake Winnipesaukee Flooding / Motorcycle Week
FEMA Flood ZoneLow
County FEMA Declarations6
Last Major Event2017 Flooding

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (603) 524-3876
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation505 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Belknap County NH
New Hampshire · Hurricane / Nor'easter
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5/10
Low Risk