Homer on Kachemak Bay faces serious earthquake and tsunami risk from the Aleutian Subduction Zone. The 1964 earthquake caused Homer Spit to subside by 4 feet. Multiple active volcanoes including Augustine Volcano directly threaten Homer with ashfall and potential tsunami.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Earthquake / Tsunami / Volcanic Ash / Extreme Weather |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 9 |
| Last Major Event | 1964 Good Friday Earthquake |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (907) 235-3150 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 21 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Kenai Peninsula Borough AK
Alaska · Earthquake / Volcanic
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8/10
High Risk