Moderate Risk North Dakota  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Mountrail County ND

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
10
Area
1,824
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Mountrail County ND in North Dakota faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 1,824 square mile area. Stanley serves this northwest North Dakota county in the Bakken oil region. Mountrail serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// 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 / Blizzard
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Blizzard
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (701) 628-2915
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Mountrail County ND
State North Dakota (ND)
Population 10
Area 1,824 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other North Dakota 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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Crude Oil by Rail Bakken North Dakota ND
Rail Infrastructure  ·  Williston, ND  ·  BNSF Railway / Various  ·  5-mi risk zone
8/10 High

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