Lander County NV in Nevada faces extreme heat / flash flooding risk across its 5,519 square mile area. Battle Mountain serves this large remote central Nevada county. Lander 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.
- 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 | Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Extreme Heat |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (775) 635-5738 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Lander County NV |
| State | Nevada (NV) |
| Population | 5 |
| Area | 5,519 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
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