Monmouth Oregon is home to Western Oregon University and sits in the Willamette Valley at risk from Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquakes. The city lies within the projected severe shaking zone for a magnitude 9.0 Cascadia event and has significant unreinforced masonry building stock vulnerable to seismic damage. The Luckiamute River creates localized flooding risk. Polk County emergency management coordinates university emergency planning with broader county disaster response.
// 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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- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Earthquake / Flooding / Severe Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Wildfire Smoke |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 503-838-0722 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 325 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Polk County OR
Oregon · Earthquake / Wildfire
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5/10
Low Risk