Ramsey County and Saint Paul are Minnesota's most densely populated county and face moderate severe weather risk. The Mississippi River creates flooding risk along the county's eastern boundary. June 2023 produced significant severe weather across the Twin Cities metro. The county hosts the state capitol and numerous critical government infrastructure facilities requiring robust emergency planning.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Severe Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 24 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (June 2023) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 6–8 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (651) 266-8073 |
| Emergency Shelters | 24 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-94 East, I-35E North, I-694 East, US-61 South |
// County Profile
| County | Ramsey County MN |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Population | 552,352 |
| Area | 156 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Minnesota Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.