Vilas County WI in Wisconsin faces winter storm / wildfire risk across its 859 square mile area. Eagle River serves this north Wisconsin county on the Eagle River chain of lakes. Vilas serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Recommended Supplies
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- 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 | Winter Storm / Wildfire |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Winter Storm |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (715) 479-3600 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Vilas County WI |
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Population | 22 |
| Area | 859 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
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