Low Risk Wyoming  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Washakie County WY

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
2,240
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Washakie County WY in Wyoming faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 2,240 square mile area. Worland on the Bighorn River serves this north-central Wyoming county. Washakie 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (307) 347-2451
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Washakie County WY
State Wyoming (WY)
Population 7
Area 2,240 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Worland WY

// Cities in This County

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