Moderate Risk Alaska  ·  Earthquake / Landslide

Skagway Borough AK

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
1
Area
452
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Landslide
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Skagway Borough AK in Alaska faces earthquake / landslide risk across its 452 square mile area. Skagway the Gold Rush gateway faces avalanche and landslide risk in the Coast Mountains. Skagway 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 2018 Landslide
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (907) 983-2297
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Skagway Borough AK
State Alaska (AK)
Population 1
Area 452 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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