High Risk Alaska  ·  Earthquake / Volcanic

Chugach Census Area AK

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

8/ 10
Threat Score
Population
7
Area
26,874
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Volcanic
FEMA Disasters
9
federally declared

Chugach Census Area AK in Alaska faces earthquake / volcanic risk across its 26,874 square mile area. Cordova serves this large southcentral Alaska area with Copper River and Prince William Sound. Chugach 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 8 / 10    High Risk
Primary Hazard Earthquake / Volcanic
Secondary Hazard Tsunami
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 9
Last Major Event 2018 Earthquake
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (907) 424-7275
Emergency Shelters 4 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Chugach Census Area AK
State Alaska (AK)
Population 7
Area 26,874 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Cordova AK

// Cities in This County

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