St. Cloud on the Mississippi River in central Minnesota faces moderate tornado risk and flooding from the Mississippi River. The city is the regional hub for central Minnesota emergency coordination. St. Cloud State University creates institutional emergency planning requirements. St. Cloud sits in a moderate severe weather corridor and has experienced tornado events. The Mississippi River creates flooding risk through the city's eastern neighborhoods.
// 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 | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (320) 251-1200 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 1009 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Stearns County MN
Minnesota · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk