Low Risk Nevada  ·  Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding

Mineral County NV

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
3,757
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Extreme Heat / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Mineral County NV in Nevada faces extreme heat / flash flooding risk across its 3,757 square mile area. Hawthorne with its massive Army ammunition depot serves this west Nevada county. Mineral 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 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) 945-2446
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Mineral County NV
State Nevada (NV)
Population 4
Area 3,757 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Hawthorne NV

// Cities in This County

// Other Nevada Counties