Shasta County in Northern California was devastated by the 2018 Carr Fire, which produced a rare fire tornado and killed eight people while destroying 1,604 structures in and around Redding. The county's timber-covered mountains and hot, dry summers create persistent extreme fire conditions each year.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 40 |
| Last Major Event | Carr Fire (2018) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (530) 225-5616 |
| Emergency Shelters | 16 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-5 North, SR-44 East, SR-299 West |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Shasta County CA's primary hazard profile (Wildfire / Flooding), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Shasta County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 182155 |
| Area | 3786 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
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