Utah Emergency Preparedness
Based on 16 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Utah.
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Risk Score
Low
Top Threats in Utah
Fire (0 declarations)
Low Earthquake (1 declarations)
Low Flood (10 declarations)
Low Severe Storm (3 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Utah has had 16 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 10
Severe Storm 3
Earthquake 1
Biological 1
Tornado 1
Recent Declarations
Flooding 2023-12-23
Straight-Line Winds 2021-01-12
Earthquake And Aftershocks 2020-07-09
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-04-04
Severe Winter Storms And Flooding 2017-04-21
Preparedness Tips for Utah
- ✓ 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