San Diego faces severe and recurring wildfire risk driven by its Mediterranean climate, chaparral vegetation, and powerful Santa Ana wind events. The 2003 Cedar Fire burned 280,000 acres and killed 15 people — the deadliest in California history at the time. The 2007 Witch Fire forced the evacuation of 500,000 people in the largest evacuation in California history. The Rose Canyon Fault running directly through the urban core adds serious earthquake risk.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 58 |
| Last Major Event | Cedar Fire (2003) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (619) 533-4300 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 North, I-15 North, I-8 East, SR-76 East |
| Elevation | 62 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.