Prescott was the home base of the Granite Mountain Hotshots — the 19 elite firefighters who died in the Yarnell Hill Fire in 2013, the deadliest wildfire for firefighters since 9/11. The city sits surrounded by ponderosa pine forests and chaparral that create serious wildfire risk each summer. Prescott's mile-high elevation means cooler temperatures than Phoenix but more intense fire weather during drought conditions.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Wildfire Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 34 |
| Last Major Event | Yarnell Hill Fire (2013) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (928) 445-3131 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-17 North, AZ-69 East, AZ-89 North, US-93 South |
| Elevation | 5367 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Yavapai County AZ
Arizona · Wildfire / Flash Flooding
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7/10
High Risk