Low Risk Michigan  ·  Winter Storm / Wildfire

Chippewa County MI

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
38
Area
1,562
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Winter Storm / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Chippewa County MI in Michigan faces winter storm / wildfire risk across its 1,562 square mile area. Sault Ste. Marie serves this Upper Peninsula county at the Soo Locks critical waterway. Chippewa serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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 Winter Storm / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Winter Storm
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (906) 635-6300
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Chippewa County MI
State Michigan (MI)
Population 38
Area 1,562 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Sault Sainte Marie MI

// Cities in This County

// Other Michigan Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

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Mackinac Bridge MI
Bridge / Critical Crossing  ·  St. Ignace, MI  ·  Mackinac Bridge Authority  ·  5-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.