Metaline Falls Washington is a remote community in the Selkirk Mountains near the US-Canada border in Pend Oreille County — one of the most rural and isolated counties in Washington state. The area has significant mining history including zinc and lead mining. The Pend Oreille River creates flooding risk. The community is extremely isolated with very limited emergency response infrastructure. Winter storms can cut off road access for extended periods.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Border Security / Winter Storm / Mining |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Wildfire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 509-446-2144 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 2100 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Pend Oreille County WA
Washington · Wildfire / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Low Risk