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.
// 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 |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Fresno County CA's primary hazard profile (Wildfire / Extreme Heat), the following gear is recommended for a Moderate risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Fresno County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 1013581 |
| Area | 5963 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Earthquake / Wildfire
7/10
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