Polk County WI in Wisconsin faces winter storm / wildfire risk across its 920 square mile area. Balsam Lake on the St. Croix River serves this northwest Wisconsin county. Polk serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// 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 | Winter Storm / Wildfire |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (715) 485-9226 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Polk County WI |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Population | 43 |
| Area | 920 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Wisconsin Counties
La Crosse County WI
Tornado / Mississippi River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Jefferson County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Waushara County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low
Bayfield County WI
Winter Storm / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Oneida County WI
Winter Storm / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Eau Claire County WI
Tornado / Flash Flooding
5/10
Low