Natural Disaster Risk in Randall

Natural Hazard Profile: Randall, Minnesota

Randall, in Morrison County, is a small community of about 1,750 situated in the northern tier of the continental United States. Its continental climate brings some of the harshest winters in the lower 48 and warm summers, and in particular severe blizzards and spring tornado outbreaks. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Randall residents and property owners must navigate.

Randall's overall natural disaster risk is rated 5.6/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. High lightning activity is the primary natural hazard concern, driven by frequent severe thunderstorm development that produces dense ground strike patterns across the area. Secondary hazards include wildfire and hail.

Within Minnesota, Randall's risk is, near the 5.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Morrison County identifies lightning as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and hail. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Randall residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for lightning is recommended.