Riverside County in the Inland Empire faces significant wildfire and earthquake risk, compounded by extreme summer heat in its desert communities. The 2022 Fairview Fire near Hemet killed two people and burned over 28,000 acres. The San Jacinto Fault and San Andreas Fault both pass through the county.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Earthquake |
| Secondary Hazard | Extreme Heat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 48 |
| Last Major Event | Fairview Fire (2022) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (951) 328-3777 |
| Emergency Shelters | 42 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-10 East, I-15 North, SR-91 West, SR-60 |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Riverside County CA's primary hazard profile (Wildfire / Earthquake), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Riverside County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 2459762 |
| Area | 7303 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
// Recent Incidents
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