Low Risk Montana  ·  Tornado / Blizzard

Richland County MT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
11
Area
2,084
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Blizzard
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Richland County MT in Montana faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 2,084 square mile area. Sidney on the Yellowstone serves this northeast Montana county near North Dakota. Richland serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Blizzard
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (406) 433-1708
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Richland County MT
State Montana (MT)
Population 11
Area 2,084 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Sidney MT

// Cities in This County

// Other Montana Counties