Moderate Risk Minnesota  ·  Tornado / Red River Flooding

Red Lake County MN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
432
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Red River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Red Lake County MN in Minnesota faces tornado / red river flooding risk across its 432 square mile area. Red Lake Falls serves this small northwest Minnesota county on the Red Lake River. Red Lake 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 Tornado / Red River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Red River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (218) 253-4281
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Red Lake County MN
State Minnesota (MN)
Population 4
Area 432 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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