Oxford County ME in Maine faces winter storm / flash flooding risk across its 2,078 square mile area. South Paris serves this west Maine county near the White Mountains. Oxford 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 | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Winter Storm / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Wildfire |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 Ice Storm |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (207) 743-6359 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Oxford County ME |
| State | Maine (ME) |
| Population | 57 |
| Area | 2,078 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Maine Counties
Sagadahoc County ME
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
6/10
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Waldo County ME
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
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Moderate
Washington County ME
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
6/10
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Hancock County ME
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
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Knox County ME
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
6/10
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Lincoln County ME
Nor'easter / Coastal Flooding
6/10
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