Minot the Magic City was devastated by catastrophic Souris River flooding in June 2011 when the river crested at a record 1561 feet forcing the evacuation of 12000 residents — over a quarter of the city's population. The flooding caused over $700 million in damage. Minot Air Force Base adjacent to the city is a major nuclear bomber and missile base creating critical national security emergency planning considerations.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Flooding / Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Souris River 2011 Flood |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (701) 857-4750 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-2 US-83 ND-23 ND-52 |
| Elevation | 1551 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
// Other Cities in Ward County ND
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.