Mount Vernon Washington is the county seat of Skagit County in the Skagit River delta — one of the most productive agricultural valleys in Washington state and one of the most flood-prone. The 2021 Atmospheric River flooding cut off I-5 — the primary West Coast highway — when the Skagit River flooded, demonstrating the critical infrastructure vulnerability of this corridor. Mount Vernon sits near the Anacortes oil refineries and the Burlington Northern Santa Fe rail corridor that carries hazardous materials.
// 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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- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Flooding / Agricultural / Earthquake |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Mt. Baker Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 360-336-6211 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 36 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Skagit County WA
Washington · Earthquake / Volcanic
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6/10
Moderate Risk