Moderate Risk Minnesota  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Mille Lacs County MN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
26
Area
573
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Mille Lacs County MN in Minnesota faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 573 square mile area. Milaca serves this central Minnesota county on Lake Mille Lacs with Mille Lacs Band. Mille Lacs 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 (320) 983-8208
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Mille Lacs County MN
State Minnesota (MN)
Population 26
Area 573 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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