Fresno County stretches from the San Joaquin Valley floor into the Sierra Nevada, creating a wide range of hazard environments. The 2020 Creek Fire in the Sierra became one of California's largest single fires at over 379,000 acres. Valley floor communities face extreme summer heat regularly exceeding 110°F and chronic air quality emergencies from wildfire smoke.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Ensure access to cooling or backup power.
- Store additional drinking water.
- Avoid outdoor activity during peak heat.
- Check on vulnerable individuals.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Extreme Heat |
| Secondary Hazard | Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 38 |
| Last Major Event | Creek Fire (2020) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–6 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (559) 600-3281 |
| Emergency Shelters | 28 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | SR-99 North, SR-99 South, SR-41 North, US-395 |
// County Profile
| County | Fresno County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 1,013,581 |
| Area | 5963 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other California Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.