Low Risk Idaho  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Camas County ID

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
1
Area
1,074
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Camas County ID in Idaho faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 1,074 square mile area. Fairfield serves this small central Idaho county in the Camas Prairie. Camas serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Recommended Supplies

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

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (208) 764-2242
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Camas County ID
State Idaho (ID)
Population 1
Area 1,074 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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