Tulare County experienced a dramatic demonstration of its flood vulnerability in 2023 when atmospheric river storms refilled the historic Tulare Lake dry lakebed for the first time in decades, flooding thousands of acres of farmland and displacing rural communities. Wildfire risk in the Sierra Nevada foothills adds a second major threat dimension.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flooding / Wildfire |
| Secondary Hazard | Extreme Heat |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE (High Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 38 |
| Last Major Event | Tulare Lake Flood (2023) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–6 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (559) 624-7000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 20 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | SR-99 North, SR-99 South, SR-190 East, SR-65 North |
// Recommended Preparedness Gear
Based on Tulare County CA's primary hazard profile (Flooding / Wildfire), the following gear is recommended for a High risk area.
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// County Profile
| County | Tulare County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 473117 |
| Area | 4839 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone AE (High Risk) |
// Other California Counties
Stanislaus County CA
Flooding / Wildfire
6/10
Moderate
Alameda County CA
Earthquake / Wildfire
8/10
High
Nevada County CA
Wildfire / Flooding
7/10
High
Sacramento County CA
Flooding / Earthquake
7/10
High
Mendocino County CA
Wildfire / Flooding
7/10
High
Marin County CA
Wildfire / Earthquake
7/10
High