Arizona Emergency Preparedness
Based on 36 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Arizona.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Arizona
Fire (3 declarations)
Low Flood (17 declarations)
Moderate Severe Storm (13 declarations)
Low Drought (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Arizona has had 36 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 17
Severe Storm 13
Fire 3
Biological 2
Freezing 1
Recent Declarations
Flooding 2024-10-25
Watch Fire 2024-10-04
Severe Winter Storms And Flooding 2023-04-11
Flooding 2022-12-30
Severe Storms 2022-09-02
Preparedness Tips for Arizona
- ✓ 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