Moderate Risk Washington  ·  Earthquake / Volcanic

Skagit County WA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
129
Area
1,735
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Volcanic
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Skagit County WA in Washington faces earthquake / volcanic risk across its 1,735 square mile area. Mount Vernon on the Skagit River faces flooding and Cascadia earthquake risk. Skagit 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 2021 Mt. Baker Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (360) 336-9300
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Skagit County WA
State Washington (WA)
Population 129
Area 1,735 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Anacortes WA Burlington WA Mount Vernon 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 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.