Natural Disaster Risk in Clancy

Natural Hazard Profile: Clancy, Montana

Clancy, in Jefferson County, is a town of roughly 5,521 residents situated in the northern tier of the continental United States. Its semi-arid climate brings cold winters, dry summers, and extreme temperature swings, and in particular rapid chinook wind events and spring flooding. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Clancy residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Clancy carries an overall risk score of 5.1/10, placing it in the moderate category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to wildfire and avalanche.

Within Montana, Clancy's risk is, near the 4.9/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Jefferson County identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Clancy 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 landslide is recommended.