Mankato in southern Minnesota sits at the confluence of the Blue Earth and Minnesota Rivers creating serious flooding risk. The city has experienced multiple major flood events. Minnesota State University creates institutional emergency planning requirements. Mankato sits in a moderate tornado corridor in southern Minnesota and serves as the regional hub for south-central Minnesota emergency coordination.
// 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 | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (507) 387-8740 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-169 US-14 MN-60 MN-22 |
| Elevation | 785 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Blue Earth County MN
Minnesota · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk