Ellensburg Washington is home to Central Washington University and sits in the Kittitas Valley between the Cascade Mountains and the Columbia River basin. The area experiences extreme wind events that have caused significant wildfire spread in recent years. The Columbia River corridor to the east hosts major power transmission infrastructure. Ellensburg sits on Interstate 90 — the primary east-west highway across Washington — making it a critical transit point during emergencies.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Severe Wind / Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Cold Springs Fire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 509-962-7282 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 1555 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Kittitas County WA
Washington · Wildfire / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk