Low Risk Montana  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Big Horn County MT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
13
Area
4,994
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Big Horn County MT in Montana faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 4,994 square mile area. Hardin on the Bighorn River serves this southeast Montana county with Crow Nation. Big Horn serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// 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 Tornado / Blizzard
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (406) 665-3520
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Big Horn County MT
State Montana (MT)
Population 13
Area 4,994 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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