Low Risk Utah  ·  Flash Flooding / Wildfire

Garfield County UT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
5
Area
5,174
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Garfield County UT in Utah faces flash flooding / wildfire risk across its 5,174 square mile area. Panguitch near Bryce Canyon serves this large remote south Utah county. Garfield 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 Flash Flooding / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Drought
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (435) 676-1100
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Garfield County UT
State Utah (UT)
Population 5
Area 5,174 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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