Moderate Risk Alaska  ·  Earthquake / Landslide

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area AK

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
6
Area
8,546
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Landslide
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area AK in Alaska faces earthquake / landslide risk across its 8,546 square mile area. Craig serves this remote Southeast Alaska island area near Canada. Prince of Wales-Hyder 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Earthquake / Landslide
Secondary Hazard Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Landslide
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (907) 826-3275
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area AK
State Alaska (AK)
Population 6
Area 8,546 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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