Moderate Risk Washington  ·  Earthquake / Volcanic

Mason County WA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
64
Area
961
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Volcanic
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Mason County WA in Washington faces earthquake / volcanic risk across its 961 square mile area. Shelton on Hood Canal serves this west Puget Sound county with Cascadia earthquake risk. Mason 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) 427-9670
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Mason County WA
State Washington (WA)
Population 64
Area 961 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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