Bakersfield sits near the White Wolf Fault which produced a devastating earthquake in 1952. The San Andreas Fault runs just east of the city. Bakersfield regularly records some of the highest temperatures in the continental US with summer heat frequently exceeding 110°F. The city also faces chronic wildfire smoke from surrounding mountains creating some of the worst air quality in the nation. Its oil industry creates industrial hazmat emergency considerations.
// 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
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- Backup Generator
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Earthquake / Extreme Heat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Seismic High Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 40 |
| Last Major Event | Bakersfield Earthquake (2019) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (661) 326-3979 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 North, SR-99 North, SR-58 East, US-395 North |
| Elevation | 404 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Kern County CA
California · Earthquake / Wildfire
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7/10
High Risk