Sweetwater County WY in Wyoming faces tornado / blizzard risk across its 10,426 square mile area. Rock Springs serves this large southwest Wyoming county with oil and gas industry. Sweetwater 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.
- 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 | Tornado / Blizzard |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (307) 872-3730 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Sweetwater County WY |
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
| Population | 42 |
| Area | 10,426 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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