Spearfish at the northern edge of the Black Hills faces extreme blizzards Black Hills wildfire risk and flash flooding from Spearfish Canyon. The 1972 Rapid City flood originated in the Black Hills watershed. Wildfire risk is increasing with drought conditions.
// 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
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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Blizzard / Black Hills Wildfire / Flash Flooding / Extreme Cold |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2009 Flash Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (605) 642-1333 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-90 US-85 SD-34 SD-179 |
| Elevation | 3,642 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Lawrence County SD
South Dakota · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Moderate Risk