High Risk Alaska  ·  Earthquake / Tsunami / Volcanic Ash / Extreme Weather

Homer AK

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  ALASKA

8 / 10
Threat Score
Population
5,768
Elevation
21
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Tsunami / Volcanic Ash / Extreme Weather
County FEMA Disasters
9
federally declared

Homer on Kachemak Bay faces serious earthquake and tsunami risk from the Aleutian Subduction Zone. The 1964 earthquake caused Homer Spit to subside by 4 feet. Multiple active volcanoes including Augustine Volcano directly threaten Homer with ashfall and potential tsunami.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score8 / 10   High
Primary HazardEarthquake / Tsunami / Volcanic Ash / Extreme Weather
FEMA Flood ZoneModerate
County FEMA Declarations9
Last Major Event1964 Good Friday Earthquake

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (907) 235-3150
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation21 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Kenai Peninsula Borough AK
Alaska · Earthquake / Volcanic
View full county emergency preparedness profile →
8/10
High Risk

// Other Cities in Kenai Peninsula Borough AK