Milford is a southern New Hampshire town in the Souhegan River valley of Hillsborough County, with winter storm exposure common to the region and periodic river flooding during spring snowmelt. The town hosts a significant annual Pumpkin Festival and serves as a bedroom community to the Manchester and Nashua metro areas. Extended power outages during nor'easters are the most common emergency event.
// 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 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Winter Storm / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Low Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 20 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Irene (2011) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 603-249-0600 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-293 North, I-93 South, US-3 North, NH-101 East |
| Elevation | 249 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Hillsborough County NH
New Hampshire · Hurricane / Flooding
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4/10
Low Risk