Moderate Risk Minnesota  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Isanti County MN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
39
Area
440
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Isanti County MN in Minnesota faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 440 square mile area. Cambridge serves this north Twin Cities suburb county on the Rum River. Isanti 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2018 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (763) 689-3859
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Isanti County MN
State Minnesota (MN)
Population 39
Area 440 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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