Woodbury east of St. Paul has been one of Minnesota's fastest-growing cities. The city faces low to moderate tornado and flooding risk from Colby Lake and other tributaries flowing to the St. Croix River. Woodbury hosts major healthcare and technology facilities. The city's rapid growth continues to expand the population exposed to severe weather in Washington County east of the Twin Cities metro.
// 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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- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 4 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (651) 714-3500 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-94 US-12 MN-36 MN-95 |
| Elevation | 900 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Washington County MN
Minnesota · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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4/10
Low Risk