Nevada County in the Sierra Nevada foothills has extreme wildfire risk driven by dense pine and oak woodland vegetation, hot dry summers, and limited evacuation routes through its mountainous terrain. The county's single main highway corridors create dangerous bottlenecks during fire evacuations. The Jones Fire in 2020 threatened Nevada City and Grass Valley.
// 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
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 36 |
| Last Major Event | Jones Fire (2020) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 4–5 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (530) 265-1222 |
| Emergency Shelters | 10 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | SR-49 South, I-80 West, SR-20 West, SR-174 South |
// County Profile
| County | Nevada County CA |
| State | California (CA) |
| Population | 103,132 |
| Area | 958 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
// Other California Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.