Low Risk Idaho  ·  Earthquake / Wildfire

Jefferson County ID

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
28
Area
1,097
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Jefferson County ID in Idaho faces earthquake / wildfire risk across its 1,097 square mile area. Rigby near Idaho Falls serves this east Idaho county with potato farming. Jefferson 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Earthquake / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2022 Earthquake
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (208) 745-7756
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Jefferson County ID
State Idaho (ID)
Population 28
Area 1,097 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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