Low Risk New Hampshire  ·  Hurricane / Nor'easter

Belknap County NH

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
60
Area
400
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Nor'easter
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Belknap County NH in New Hampshire faces hurricane / nor'easter risk across its 400 square mile area. Laconia on Lake Winnipesaukee serves this Lakes Region New Hampshire county. Belknap 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Nor'easter
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2017 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (603) 527-5400
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Belknap County NH
State New Hampshire (NH)
Population 60
Area 400 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Laconia NH

// Cities in This County

// Other New Hampshire Counties