Aroostook County ME in Maine faces winter storm / flash flooding risk across its 6,829 square mile area. Presque Isle serves this largest US county east of the Mississippi with extreme winter risk. Aroostook serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// 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 | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Winter Storm / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Winter Storm |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (207) 493-3318 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Aroostook County ME |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| Population | 68 |
| Area | 6,829 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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