Moderate Risk Washington  ·  Earthquake / Volcanic

Island County WA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
85
Area
208
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Volcanic
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Island County WA in Washington faces earthquake / volcanic risk across its 208 square mile area. Coupeville on Whidbey Island faces Cascadia earthquake and hosts Naval Air Station Whidbey. Island serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Earthquake / Volcanic
Secondary Hazard Wildfire
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2001 Nisqually Earthquake
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (360) 679-7350
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Island County WA
State Washington (WA)
Population 85
Area 208 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Coupeville WA Whidbey Island WA Oak Harbor WA

// Cities in This County

// Other Washington Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Naval Station Everett WA
Port / Marine Terminal  ·  Everett, WA  ·  US Navy  ·  25-mi risk zone
7/10 High
Naval Air Station Whidbey Island WA
Military Installation  ·  Oak Harbor, WA  ·  US Navy  ·  25-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.