Montana Emergency Preparedness
Based on 39 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Montana.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Montana
Fire (3 declarations)
Low Flood (17 declarations)
Moderate Severe Storm (14 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Montana has had 39 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 17
Severe Storm 14
Fire 3
Straight-Line Winds 1
Other 1
Biological 1
Tornado 1
Snowstorm 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Flooding 2025-09-11
Severe Storm And Straight-Line Winds 2024-11-14
Straight-Line Winds 2024-08-23
Severe Winter Storm And Flooding 2024-07-18
Flooding 2023-10-11
Preparedness Tips for Montana
- ✓ Create a defensible space of at least 30 feet around your home
- ✓ Keep your go bag packed and ready during fire season
- ✓ Sign up for local emergency alerts and evacuation notifications
- ✓ Have N95 masks on hand for wildfire smoke events
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Go Bag
Wildfire evacuations often happen with little notice
Air Filtration
Smoke from wildfires creates hazardous air quality for weeks
Emergency Radio
Stay informed about evacuation orders and fire progression