Oroville Washington sits at the US-Canada border crossing to Osoyoos, British Columbia on the Similkameen River. Okanogan County is the most wildfire-prone county in Washington state — the 2015 Okanogan Complex fire was the largest wildfire in Washington history and burned over 300,000 acres in the county. The Similkameen River creates flooding risk. The border area has seen increased drug and human smuggling activity in recent years through the remote terrain.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Border Security / Wildfire / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Okanogan Complex Fire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 509-476-2828 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 1062 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Okanogan County WA
Washington · Wildfire / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk