Burke County ND in North Dakota faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 1,105 square mile area. Bowbells serves this northwest North Dakota county in the Bakken oil region. Burke 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Blizzard |
| Secondary Hazard | Industrial Hazmat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Blizzard |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (701) 377-2718 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Burke County ND |
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| Population | 2 |
| Area | 1,105 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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