Natural Disaster Risk in Garrison

Natural Hazard Profile: Garrison, Minnesota

Located in the northern tier of the continental United States in Crow Wing County, Garrison is a small community of about 983. The continental climate that characterizes this part of Minnesota — marked by some of the harshest winters in the lower 48 and warm summers — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Garrison a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Garrison's composite natural disaster risk at 6.0 out of 10 — high risk. Arctic air outbreaks are the leading natural hazard, with temperature plunges to dangerous lows capable of causing hypothermia and widespread infrastructure failures. Residents should also account for wind and wildfire risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Garrison's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by cold wave and wind, as measured by FEMA across Crow Wing County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Garrison residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for cold wave and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.