Rockland is the midcoast Maine hub on Penobscot Bay with direct coastal storm and nor'easter exposure. The city's working harbor and ferry terminus for the Penobscot Bay islands serve a broad island population that depends on Rockland for supplies and emergency evacuation. Major nor'easters can close ferry operations and isolate island communities for days, making Rockland's emergency capacity critical for the broader region.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Coastal Storm / Nor'easter |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2024 Nor'easter |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 207-594-0300 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 42 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Knox County ME
Maine · Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk