Moderate Risk North Dakota  ·  Blizzard / Red River Flooding

Ransom County ND

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
5
Area
863
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Blizzard / Red River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Ransom County ND in North Dakota faces blizzard / red river flooding risk across its 863 square mile area. Lisbon on the Sheyenne River serves this southeast North Dakota county. Ransom 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Blizzard / Red River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Sheyenne River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (701) 683-5823
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Ransom County ND
State North Dakota (ND)
Population 5
Area 863 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Lisbon ND

// Cities in This County

// Other North Dakota Counties