Washington Emergency Preparedness
Based on 67 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Washington.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Washington
Earthquake (2 declarations)
Low Fire (8 declarations)
Low Flood (31 declarations)
High Severe Storm (20 declarations)
Moderate FEMA Disaster History
Washington has had 67 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 31
Severe Storm 20
Fire 8
Mud/Landslide 2
Earthquake 2
Biological 1
Severe Ice Storm 1
Fishing Losses 1
Volcanic Eruption 1
Recent Declarations
Wildfires 2024-11-26
Wildfires 2024-09-24
Severe Winter Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2024-04-28
Wildfires 2024-02-15
Severe Winter Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2023-01-12
Preparedness Tips for Washington
- ✓ Secure heavy furniture and water heaters to wall studs
- ✓ Keep a go bag near every exit door for quick evacuation
- ✓ Learn how to shut off your gas, water, and electricity
- ✓ Store at least 3 gallons of water per person for earthquake preparedness
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Go Bag
Structural damage may force immediate evacuation
Water Storage
Water lines frequently break during seismic events
First Aid Kit
Medical response can be delayed after major quakes